Sourcing Project Manager

Job Description

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp!

This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world.

What we're looking for

Nexamp is looking to hire a Sourcing Project Manager to join the Supply Chain team. As a Sourcing Project Manager, you will work within the regional business project platform teams. You will lead, coach, and manage a group of Sourcing Specialists that drive the product material cost savings roadmaps during the project acquisition phase through the PTO project life cycle of the phases. You will also support the technology roadmap and project manufacturability through the supplier/business partner interface through the end-of-life project cycle. In this role, you will work closely with other key functional representatives from Business Development, Construction, Commodity Management, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics to ensure Nexamp's supply base is effectively serving internal and external customer needs. You will report to the VP, Supply Chain.

We are looking for candidates to work hybrid out of our Boston or Chicago offices.

What you'll do

• Execute multiple project timelines within the assigned regions related to suppliers on cost/delivery/service performance from preconstruction to PTO.
• Provide direction from the quotation analysis that the Sourcing Specialists prepare from different suppliers, utilizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) tools and should cost of the parts, components, etc.
• Aid/provide input to the Category Managers in supplier selection during the development of a new technology roadmap or input to innovation groups that are required for a new or existing product.
• Aid/provide input to the Category Manager in the allocation/forecasting of equipment demands related to each strategic category.
• Manage multiple equipment lists within the assigned regional project portfolio for completeness, material readiness, and adherence to milestones throughout.
• Responsible for managing a team of specialists that execute the orders for equipment for projects and obtaining engineering approvals, logistics, and shipment to the site for assigned projects.
• Support price negotiations related to material project costs within their portfolio.
• Own project equipment budget tracking consisting of costs related to equipment within their assigned portfolio.

What you'll bring

• 5+ years experience in supplier quality/management, commodity management, materials management, procurement, project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing techniques including strategic supplier concepts.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Understanding of inventory management requirements.
• ERP knowledge and experience e.g. SAP, Oracle, JDE, Baan, Visual, etc.
• Continuous improvement, Six Sigma concepts & methodologies, and work experience as a leader with excellent negotiation skills, preferred.
• Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
• Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
• Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
• Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
• Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.

If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply.

At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We believe a diverse team brings different perspectives and experiences, thus benefiting our work. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.

You'll love working here because

Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, cell phone reimbursement; as well as a hybrid work environment. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!

Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.