Sourcing Manager, PM & Services

Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters?

As a global company, we interact with a variety of people and cultures. Integrity, Respect, Colleagueship and Ownership are the unifying force for all departments and regions around the world. It’s the individual that defines the team. And it’s the team that makes the difference. Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of Sourcing Manager, PM & Services directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As a Sourcing Manager, PM & Services you will develop and manage strategies to increase supplier value and continue to drive improvements in price, cost to serve, and quality of work. The PM and Services Sourcing Manager will lead supplier identification, screening, and sourcing of various vendors of services to establish a supply base in support of the construction, operations, and maintenance of wind turbines. The PM and Services Sourcing Manager will manage a service sourcing team responsible for consistent, efficient, and effective procurement processes to achieve the best results possible. Ensuring quality control and adhering to the company’s policies and procedures on supply chain management will be top priorities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop sourcing strategies to address supply market conditions, technology roadmaps, and service needs and forecasts.
• Develop potential supplier options by researching and identifying suppliers which provide services for wind turbine operation and maintenance.
• Screen supplier capabilities including performing organizational, financial, and process capability assessments.
• Oversee approved supplier list, which includes current labor rats and supplier capabilities.
• Lead the rigorous RFQ process including clarifying, updating, and/or creating statements of work by coordinating with Engineering, Site, and Project Management, analyzing quote responses, conducting detailed cost analysis, and preparing sourcing recommendations.
• Lead negotiations and establish final pricing and terms with selected suppliers.
• Facilitate the First Article process for new PM and Services suppliers.
• Establish and manage, in collaboration with Quality, a highly effective Supplier Scorecard program to assure company domestic and international suppliers meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Drive continuous cost and performance improvements by analyzing cost drivers, processes, and specifications for improvement opportunities.
• Improve knowledge, continuously, through benchmarking and active participation in industry groups.
• Contribute to building a flexible world class supply chain to support the most efficient construction, operation, and maintenance of wind turbines.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT YOU HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent work experience.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience required in purchasing/sourcing with at least 2-3 years in a sourcing leadership role, preference for services related to wind turbines construction, operation, and maintenance.
• Strategic sourcing experience including supplier qualification and development.
• Experience in developing cost models and/or performing detailed cost analysis.
• Ability to interface with engineering personnel to resolve technical clarifications or exceptions.
• Strong negotiation and contract development skills.
• Must demonstrate understanding of international and domestic supplier relations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time.
• Fluency in Spanish and/or German a plus.
• Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.

Financial Benefits
 

• Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
• Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Student Debt Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
   

Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits
 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental Leave
• Calm Subscription
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Accident Insurance
• Legal Plans
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Auto and Home Insurance
• And much more…
   

*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity:
Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI:
We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE