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Director, Strategic Sourcing
Nextracker Inc.
Lead global strategic sourcing of mechanical components for trackers, foundations, and robotics
6d ago
$190,000 - $220,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Fremont, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Solar tracker manufacturing
Software solutions
Energy storage
Predictive modeling
Technical services
Global support
Project development
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Solar
Utility-scale Solar
Distributed Generation
Manufacturing
Sustainable Supply Chain
Renewable Energy
Steel Industry
Role
What you would be doing
supplier management
data analytics
risk mitigation
sourcing strategy
team leadership
compliance
- Proactively manage supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, engineering support) with clear metrics, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Leverage digital tools, data analytics, and market intelligence to optimize sourcing decisions, total cost of ownership, and supply chain resilience.
- Monitor global market trends, technologies, and emerging supply models to keep Nextracker ahead of industry shifts.
- Drive innovation and cost competitiveness through supplier collaboration, value engineering, and advanced manufacturing processes.
- Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements that drive value, quality, and on-time delivery, while protecting Nextracker’s strategic and financial interests.
- Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing global sourcing team; foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
- Set clear performance goals, measure results, and provide regular feedback to ensure the team's success.
- Set clear performance goals, measure outcomes, and provide regular feedback to ensure team and organizational success.Manage and strengthen a high-performing mechanical sourcing team, providing guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
- Anticipate and mitigate risks including supply chain disruptions, tariffs/trade policy, quality issues, financial instability, and geopolitical dynamics.
- Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for mechanical components across trackers, foundation equipment, and robotics, aligned with organizational objectives.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability within the team.
- Build and manage a resilient, cost-competitive, and innovative global supply base through supplier identification, evaluation, and strategic partnerships.
- Partner closely with engineering, operations, quality, R&D, and new product introduction teams to align sourcing with product roadmaps, technical requirements, and quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and sustainability/ESG requirements, while promoting supplier diversity and responsible sourcing practices.
What you bring
mechanical manufacturing
strategic sourcing
digital procurement
erp/plm
global leadership
cost reduction
- Deep knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes (forging, casting, machining, sheet metal, automation, robotics assemblies).
- 20+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, or supply chain, with extensive focus on mechanical parts such as tools, fasteners, gearboxes, dampers, actuators, sheet metal, enclosures, castings, tools, equipment, electro-mechanical parts and related assemblies.
- Strong familiarity with digital procurement and supply chain systems (ERP, PLM, supplier collaboration platforms).
- Proven global leadership experience managing both supplier bases and teams across multiple regions.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% (Asia, EU, and within the US).
- High degree of autonomy, accountability, and ability to lead change in complex, fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated ability to drive cost reduction, supplier innovation, and supply chain resilience at scale.
- Experience in solar, renewable energy, industrial equipment, heavy machinery, automotive, or robotics sectors.
- Skilled negotiator with strong analytical capability, business acumen, creativity, and effective communication skills.
- Track record in sourcing for new product introduction (NPI) and scaling new technologies.
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Company
Overview
- Founded to revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge tracker technology.
- Provides advanced solar tracking solutions that maximize energy production and efficiency.
- Works with utility-scale solar projects to deliver reliable and cost-effective power solutions.
- Delivers engineering excellence with focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation.
- Has grown to become a global leader in solar tracker systems, with projects across multiple continents.
- Known for developing and deploying smart, automated solar trackers that adjust to the sun’s position.
- Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and scalability of solar energy worldwide.
- Pioneers in creating solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing grid infrastructure.
- Constantly pushing the boundaries of solar technology to support a cleaner, greener future.
- Customer Success
- Innovation & Agility
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Safety First
- Sustainability in Action
- Excellence in Execution
Net Zero 2040
Ambitious Climate Goal
Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, showcasing strong commitment to sustainability.
50M CO2 Saved
Annual Emission Reduction
Reduces 50 million metric tons of CO2 annually through solar projects, significantly impacting global emissions.
100% Renewable by 2030
Energy Transition Commitment
Committed to sourcing all operational energy needs from renewable sources by 2030.
- Designs products to enhance solar energy efficiency and reduce costs.
- Solutions accelerate the global shift to sustainable energy.
50/50 Gender Ratio
Leadership Commitment
The company aims to achieve equal representation of men and women in its leadership teams.
45% Women Employees
Employee Representation
A significant percentage of the workforce is female, with strong presence in engineering and technology roles.
- Promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce with measurable goals for gender balance in leadership positions.
- Supports diverse hiring practices to foster inclusion across different backgrounds.
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