Manager, Strategic Sourcing Mechanical Systems

Nextracker Inc.; Madrid; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextracker Inc. is seeking a Manager for Strategic Sourcing Mechanical Systems based in Madrid, Spain. In this crucial role, you will drive the execution of sourcing strategies for mechanical products, manage supplier relationships across Europe, and ensure high-quality standards in procurement.

The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in both English and Spanish, with a commitment to continuous improvement and customer focus.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience of strategic sourcing for mechanical parts.
• Strong experience managing a supplier base.
• Experience collaborating with a global team.
• Deep knowledge about manufacturing process and mechanical assemblies.
• Skilled negotiator, highly analytical, and effective communicator.

Responsibilities

• Support and drive execution of sourcing strategy across categories for mechanical systems.
• Regional lead for supplier relationships in EU and globally.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and establish partnerships.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing for mechanical parts

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Job description

The Manager, Strategic Sourcing Mechanical Systems position will be based out of Madrid, Spain. This is a key role supporting mechanical sourcing across the portfolio of mechanical products within Nextpower's offering.

• Support and drive execution of sourcing strategy across categories within mechanical systems including fasteners, tools and consumables, foundation equipment and consumables, gear boxes, dampers, field robotics and other mechanical systems as a part of Nextpower’s product portfolio.
• Regional (EU) lead for supplier relationships across categories, collaborating with leadership in the US, India and China to execute specific objectives and activities.
• Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and establish strategic partnerships to ensure a robust supply chain.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing performance to ensure the highest quality standards and delivery timelines.
• Continuously evaluate supplier performance, including cost, quality, engineering support and reliability, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Collaborate with suppliers to drive innovation, cost reduction initiatives, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as engineering, operations, and quality assurance, to align sourcing activities with production requirements and quality standards.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through effective negotiation, supplier selection, and value engineering.
• Develop and implement effective procurement processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to the sourcing and procurement of mechanical components, such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues, or supplier financial instability.
• Develop and implement contingency plans to minimize the impact of potential disruptions on the organization's operations.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and availability of mechanical components, and adjust sourcing strategies accordingly.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability within the team.

Required Qualification & Experience:

• 8-12 years of experience of strategic sourcing for mechanical parts such as tools, fasteners, gear boxes, dampers, robotics, heavy equipment etc.
• Has strong experience managing a supplier base.
• Experience collaborating with global team.
• Deep knowledge about manufacturing process and mechanical assemblies.
• Must be a skilled negotiator, highly analytical, creative and an effective communicator.
• High degree of autonomy and accountability for results.

Preferred Qualification & Experience:

• Experience in Solar or renewable energy or construction field.
• Willingness to travel (30%) to Asia and EU & within US.
• Languages: Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken) is required; other European languages are a plus.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Passionate customer focus.
• Thoughtful, fast, disciplined execution.
• Tenacious commitment to continuous improvement.