CapEx Commodity Manager

Overview

Manage supplier CapEx strategies, negotiations, contracts, and risk for Bloom Energy.

Key Responsibilities

• supplier management
• cost modeling
• contract negotiation
• capex planning
• supplier development
• risk mitigation

Tasks

-Supplier relationship management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and driving value -Cost reduction and negotiation: Conduct comprehensive cost data analysis, identify cost saving levers while utilizing strong analytical skills such as cost modeling, quotation analysis, supplier selection and supply/demand analysis to achieve optimal pricing and terms for equipment and tooling purchases -Contract management: Develop, negotiate, and execute purchase agreements and Statements of Work with suppliers -Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with engineering, project management, and operations teams to ensure alignment and to design scopes, develop sourcing plans, manage supplier negotiations, and lead external communications. -Develop and execute supplier capital expenditure (CapEx) strategies: Align with overall business objectives to create a comprehensive CapEx plan that drives cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and risk mitigation -Supplier development: Identify and develop strategic suppliers capable of meeting the company's long-term needs -Risk management: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with supplier CapEx, including supply chain disruptions and tariff changes

Requirements

• 6+ years
• bs/ms/mba
• excel
• data analysis
• erp
• negotiation

What You Bring

-High degree of integrity, initiative, and attention to detail in a collaborative environment -6+ years' experience in supply chain management, ideally for capital projects or in a manufacturing environment. -BS/MS/MBA in Engineering/Technology or Supply Chain or a related field. -Be able to work within a highly ambiguous environment along with being able to adapt to various situations and find solutions. -Project management background a plus -Excellent communication skills, capability to ramp quickly on new initiatives, demonstrated skills in leadership influencing, planning contract negotiations, teamwork while delivering results. -Advanced skills in data analysis, Excel and PowerPoint required -Ability to travel up to 15% of the time -First principles approach: Have business mindset to challenge existing processes and suggest new ways to optimize and improve procurement efficiency. -Familiarity with ERP systems, ideally with experience in Oracle/ I Supplier -Strong negotiation and contracting skills with expertise in Master Agreements.

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About Bloom Energy

-Revolutionized power generation with cutting-edge fuel cell technology. -Produces clean and reliable electricity for businesses, governments, and utilities. -Designs technology to reduce emissions and provide energy independence. -Deployed fuel cell systems across healthcare, data centers, and manufacturing. -Technology is scalable and integrates into applications from small businesses to large industrial operations. -Seen as a solution to energy resilience and sustainability challenges. -Mission is to create a cleaner, more secure energy future by disrupting traditional power generation.

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