Sourcing Lead - Power Electronics

Nextpower; Comunidad de Madrid; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nextpower in Madrid seeks a Sourcing Lead for Power Electronics to manage and implement world-class supply chain strategies. The role drives strategy aligned with global procurement policies and supports growth across Nextpower product offerings.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in strategic electronics sourcing, a related bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), and strong negotiation and leadership abilities. This is a full-time, on-site position in Madrid with travel across Europe.

Formación

• 5+ years in strategic sourcing for electronics.
• BSc in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Chemistry or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience with EMS industry is a must.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% within Europe and internationally.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and BOMs.

Responsabilidades

• Lead global sourcing strategy including supplier selection and cost management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive long-term sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
• Drive cost reductions and DoM reviews with technical teams.
• Develop plans to strengthen supplier relationships and profitability.

Conocimientos

Strategic sourcing

Power Electronics

Supplier relations

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Multicultural collaboration

English & Spanish (C1)

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Supply Chain/Engineering

Master’s degree desirable

Descripción del empleo

SOURCING LEAD, POWER ELECTRONICS (MADRID)

Nextpower is seeking a Sourcing Lead, Power Electronics, responsible for managing and implementing world-class supply chain strategies to provide Nextpower and our customers with a strategic market advantage. This role will develop, and drive supply chain strategies aligned with company policies and global procurement strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the global sourcing strategy, including new supplier selection, development, cost management, contract management, supplier relationship management, and supplier escalations for all Power Electronics components in Nextpower's product offerings.
• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to understand requirements and drive global, value-based, long-term sourcing strategies supporting business growth.
• Stay informed on global trends and technology roadmaps, partnering with design, operations, and sales teams to address supply and demand challenges.
• Lead contract negotiations, including global business agreements, pricing agreements, warranties, service agreements, and other related contracts.
• Collaborate with technical stakeholders internally and externally to control costs during design reviews, change control meetings, and Design of Manufacture (DoM) reviews.
• Develop strategic plans and policies to build strong supplier relationships, ensuring optimal supply and profitability enhancement.
• Drive strategic procurement initiatives across all production sites to maximize cost reductions.
• Support material sourcing activities for new programs and New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts, including providing forward price projections.
• Partner proactively with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Installation Project Management, and other groups within Nextpower.
• Manage cost roadmaps, capacity planning, and allocation strategies.
• Maintain supplier performance metrics and organize Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to the highest ethical standards of integrity and professionalism in procurement processes, in line with corporate requirements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of strategic sourcing experience in electronics, focusing on Power Electronics components and products such as DC-DC & AC-DC converters, inverters, Medium Voltage transformers, PV optimizers, MV switchgears, Skid Integration, Energy storage, and other high-voltage applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent experience; a Master’s degree is desirable.
• Ability to understand technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), specifications, and Single-Line Diagrams (SLDs), with basic knowledge of manufacturing process controls and quality assurance for typical PV plant components.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to influence suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Independent, self-driven, and passionate about driving results through strategic interventions and operations.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills, capable of building effective relationships and influencing peers and key stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan tasks, assign resources, manage progress, remove barriers, manage change, resolve conflicts, build consensus, and motivate team members across multiple projects.
• Enjoys working in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Required Skills:

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training,
• Master’s or MBA degree is preferred.
• Experience in the EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) industry is a must.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex sourcing, negotiating, and supply chain strategies.
• Willingness to travel (30%) within Europe and internationally.
• Proficient English and Spanish (C1)