Sourcing Manager, EBOS

Overview

Develop and execute strategic sourcing for EBOS components, managing suppliers and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• strategic sourcing
• pricing management
• rfq management
• supplier performance
• cost analysis
• compliance

Tasks

-Monitor industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and market availability to refine sourcing strategies. -Oversee quarterly pricing cycles, inventory revaluation, non-recurring expenses (NREs), reconciliation, and capacity expansion. -Manage RFQs, support contract manufacturing services (CMS) negotiations, and handle escalations. -Develop and implement a strategic sourcing plan for EBOS components in alignment with organizational goals. -Work closely with internal teams, including engineering, operations, and quality assurance, to align sourcing activities with production requirements. -Identify and mitigate risks related to sourcing and procurement, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and financial instability of suppliers. -Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability within the team. -Continuously assess supplier performance in cost, quality, engineering support, and reliability, implementing corrective actions when necessary. -Ensure procurement processes comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies. -Drive innovation and cost reduction initiatives through supplier collaboration and process improvements. -Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee performance to meet quality standards and delivery timelines. -Identify, evaluate, and establish partnerships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply chain. -Conduct cost analyses, identify opportunities for cost optimization, and implement strategies to enhance financial efficiency. -Maintain supplier performance metrics and organize quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key suppliers.

Requirements

• electrical degree
• 10+ years
• supply chain
• wire harness
• renewable energy
• strategic sourcing

What You Bring

-Deep knowledge of wire harness manufacturing processes, box integration, and mechanical assemblies. -Enthusiastic customer focus -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical with 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, with a strong focus on strategic sourcing for EBOS (e.g., Wire harness, String Inverter Racks, Combiner Box, Disconnects, IPC, Trunk Bus, In-line Fuses). -Consistent interactive teamwork -Experience working with EPC’s, EBOS. -Willingness to travel (up to 15%) across Asia, the U.S., and Europe. -Experience in the solar or renewable energy industry. -Strong negotiation skills, analytical mindset, creativity, and effective communication abilities. -Proven experience managing a global supplier base and distributed teams.

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