Strategic Sourcing Lead, BESS & Energy Storage

Talent Wave Associates; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Wave Associates is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to spearhead strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, procurement, and commercial negotiations for critical BESS components. You will build a compliant, reliable supply chain aligned with project milestones and regulatory requirements.

You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, assess supplier markets, and collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to meet technical specs and schedules.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in supply chain management, procurement, or strategic sourcing.
• At least 5 years in utility-scale BESS or renewable energy.
• Experience sourcing and negotiating PCS, inverters, EMS, or BESS solutions.
• Understanding US utility-scale energy storage market and suppliers.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline.
• Advanced negotiation and contract management skills.
• MBA or CPSM/CSCP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies for BESS components.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard domestic and international suppliers.
• Conduct supplier market assessments and risk analyses.
• Lead end-to-end procurement including RFI, RFQ, RFP, and negotiations.
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements (MSAs).
• Ensure compliance with US domestic content and federal tax credit eligibility.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to meet specs and schedules.
• Establish and maintain supplier performance reviews.

Skills

Supply chain management

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Contract negotiation

US regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Talent Wave Associates is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to spearhead strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, procurement, and commercial negotiations for critical BESS components. You will build a compliant, reliable supply chain aligned with project milestones and regulatory requirements.

You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, assess supplier markets, and collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to meet technical specs and schedules.