Sourcing Project Manager

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:  

• Accountable for executing multiple project timelines within the assigned regions related to suppliers on cost/delivery/service performance from preconstruction to PTO 
• Provides direction from the quotation analysis that the sourcing specialists prepare from different suppliers, utilizing the (TCO) total cost of ownership tools and should cost of the parts, components, etc.
• Aids/provides input to Category Manager in supplier selection during the development of new technology roadmap or input to innovation groups that are required for a new or existing product.
• Manages multiple equipment lists within assigned regional project portfolio for completeness, material readiness, adherence to milestones throughout  
• Directing a team of specialists that execute the orders for equipment for projects and obtaining engineering approvals.
• Directing a team of specialists that execute logistics, shipment to site for assigned projects
• Supports price negotiations related to material project costs within their portfolio
• Owns project equipment budget tracking, of costs related to equipment within their assigned portfolio
• Excellent communications and presentation skills with the ability to establish good working relationships with suppliers and internal customers (EPC, COE War Room, Project Reviews, Supplier reviews, internal stakeholder reviews).
• Aids/provides input to Category Manager in allocation/forecasting of equipment demands related to each strategic category 

 What you’ll bring:

• 3+ year’s experience in Supplier Quality/Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• Customer oriented person with professional demeanor.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including effective written and oral communication abilities
• ERP knowledge and experience e.g. SAP, Oracle, JDE, Baan, Visual, etc.
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.  
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing techniques including strategic supplier concepts.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, understandable manner, and listen attentively to others.  
• Continuous improvement, Six Sigma concepts & methodologies, and work experience as a leader with excellent negotiation skills will be considered an asset
• Understanding of inventory management requirements
• Previous experience working in the development cycle of new products.
• CPIM or APICS equivalent combination of education and / or experience (backgrounds:  Commodity Management, Materials Management, Procurement, Project Management are required. 

 If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please 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, and cell phone reimbursement. 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!

Compensation:  

The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $110,000 - $125,000. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company’s stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.

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.