Senior Wind Logistics Sourcing Buyer

Nordex North America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International exposure

Cross-cultural experience

Wind energy ops experience

Rotational model

Insurance package

Job summary

Nordex North America seeks a Logistics Sourcing Buyer to lead transportation and logistics sourcing, contracting, and supplier management across North America for wind energy projects. The role spans final run and reverse logistics, cost optimization, and strategic planning.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years in logistics with wind-energy experience, strong negotiation and cost-analysis skills, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field; equivalent work experience considered.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 7–10 years of logistics experience with at least 5 years quoting and contracting transportation for wind energy projects.
• Extensive knowledge of transportation providers supporting wind turbine component logistics in the US and Canada.
• Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Experience performing detailed cost analyses and developing should-cost models.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Spanish, French, and/or German language skills are assets.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally; valid passport.
• Driving is an essential function; must have valid driver's license and be insurable.

Responsibilities

• Develop transportation and logistics sourcing strategies across North America.
• Manage supplier qualification, compliance, auditing, and performance requirements.
• Lead RFQ processes including supplier screening, quote evaluations, cost analysis, and sourcing recommendations.
• Maintain transportation cost matrices for trucking, rail, barge, and other modes.
• Negotiate supplier agreements and commercial terms for pricing and service levels.
• Benchmark markets to identify cost reductions and performance gains.
• Partner with Project Management to monitor supplier scorecards on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Analyze logistics processes and cost drivers for continuous improvement.
• Provide pre-execution logistics support to internal sales teams and external customers for wind energy projects.
• Participate in customer meetings and presentations for strategic projects.
• Support new turbine development projects by evaluating transportation requirements.
• Contribute to a flexible, world-class supply chain for wind turbines.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Travel ability

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Nordex North America seeks a Logistics Sourcing Buyer to lead transportation and logistics sourcing, contracting, and supplier management across North America for wind energy projects. The role spans final run and reverse logistics, cost optimization, and strategic planning.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years in logistics with wind-energy experience, strong negotiation and cost-analysis skills, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally. A Master’s degree is preferred.