Sourcing Manager, EBOS

Nextracker Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextracker is seeking a Sourcing Manager for EBOS to drive strategic sourcing and supplier relationships in a collaborative environment. The role involves developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier performance, and ensuring a resilient and innovative supply chain. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have a strong background in supply chain management, particularly within the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management focused on strategic sourcing.
• Proven experience managing a global supplier base.
• Deep knowledge of wire harness manufacturing and mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic sourcing plan for EBOS components.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Conduct cost analyses and implement strategies for financial efficiency.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

The Sourcing Manager, EBOS position will be based in Hyderabad, India. In this role, you will report to the Director, Materials Management. The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive sourcing strategy for EBOS (Electrical Balance of System). This role is crucial in ensuring a resilient supply chain, driving cost reduction initiatives, and fostering supplier innovation.

Culture and Values: Watch Culture is our Passion. We are looking for someone who demonstrates a passionate drive to innovate and create, integrity to the core, enthusiastic customer focus, consistent teamwork, and a desire for continuous improvement and top performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic sourcing plan for EBOS components aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish partnerships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply chain.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee performance to meet quality standards and delivery timelines.
• Continuously assess supplier performance in cost, quality, engineering support, and reliability, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Drive innovation and cost reduction initiatives through supplier collaboration and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality assurance teams to align sourcing activities with production needs.
• Conduct cost analyses, identify opportunities for cost optimization, and implement strategies to enhance financial efficiency.
• Ensure procurement processes comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Identify and mitigate sourcing and procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and supplier financial instability.
• Monitor industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and market availability to refine sourcing strategies.
• Manage RFQs, support contract manufacturing negotiations, and handle escalations.
• Oversee quarterly pricing cycles, inventory revaluation, NREs, reconciliation, and capacity expansion.
• Maintain supplier performance metrics and organize quarterly business reviews with key suppliers.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability within the team.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management with a focus on strategic sourcing for EBOS (e.g., wire harness, string inverters, combiner boxes, disconnects, IPC, trunk bus, in-line fuses).
• Proven experience managing a global supplier base and distributed teams.
• Deep knowledge of wire harness manufacturing, box integration, and mechanical assemblies.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, communication skills, and a high level of autonomy and accountability.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in the solar or renewable energy industry.
• Experience working with EPCs, EBOS.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% across Asia, the U.S., and Europe.

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition with innovative solar tracker and software solutions. We value sustainability, diversity, and collaboration, driven by our mission to provide smart solar solutions and mitigate climate change.