Sr. Sourcing Manager, Power Electronics

Job Description :

Nextpoweris seeking a Sr Sourcing Manager, Power Electronics (Hybrid - Fremont, CA 4x a week onsite) , 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 :

Required Skills :

Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower's benefits please view our company website at www.Nextpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $180,000 - $200,000.

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we're building the foundation for the world's next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

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