Spécialiste en Approvisionnement (H/F)

As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.

Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem-including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar-we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems-where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.

CS Powertech is a vertically-integrated manufacturer of ingots, wafers, cells, solar modules (panels) and custom-designed solar power applications. CS Powertech delivers solar power products of uncompromising quality to customers worldwide. CS Powertech's world class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. For more information on the company, please visit www.canadian-solar.com.

Job Description

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, procurement, and supplier management of indirect materials, MRO supplies, and Bill of Materials (BOM) components to support daily operations at our U.S. cell manufacturing facility in Jeffersonville, Indiana. This role ensures the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services through strategic sourcing, vendor negotiation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing of indirect goods and services, including MRO, EHS supplies, equipment, and non-stock items needed for production support.
• Manage BOM-related purchasing tasks, including planning, forecasting, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure on-time availability of materials.
• Maintain accurate and timely purchase orders in SAP SRM; monitor material status, lead times, and inventory levels.
• Source new suppliers, request quotations, and negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Evaluate vendor performance on delivery reliability, cost competitiveness, and product/service quality.
• Support cost analysis, pricing comparisons, and sourcing decisions for both indirect and BOM-related items.
• Resolve delivery issues, quantity mismatches, or quality discrepancies through supplier coordination.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, internal controls, and regulatory standards (ISO 9001).
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with planning, logistics, engineering, and production teams to align sourcing activities with business needs.
• Assist in onboarding and qualification of new suppliers and maintain supplier records/documentation.
• Identify process improvement opportunities in purchasing operations to increase efficiency and reduce procurement costs.
• Contribute to supplier audits and participate in weekly planning and purchasing reviews.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or related field; master's degree is a plus.
• 1-3 years of purchasing or sourcing experience in a manufacturing or multinational company environment.
• Strong familiarity with BOM planning, MRO procurement, and indirect sourcing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems; SAP SRM experience highly preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail; ability to troubleshoot procurement or supply issues.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal); Mandarin proficiency is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

CS Powertech offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, PTO and sick days. This is a full-time position.

CS Powertech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.