Job Description:At Nextpower, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services. As a company driving the clean energy transition, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations. Make your mark with Nextracker. The Steel Sourcing Director will be based in Hyderabad office. In this position, you will report to the Steel Sourcing Director - ROW. Nextpower is seeking a steel sourcing director to lead its steel sourcing team in India, define and drive the steel sourcing strategy and drive the cost of ownership for steel commodity.The Sourcing department is responsible for driving the Total Cost of Ownership through deploying category/region/supplier-specific strategies and establishing strategic relationship with core suppliers.The Sourcing director will be responsible for managing a global team in charge of a portfolio of suppliers, coordinating the steel sourcing strategy with other commodity manager. We are looking for someone who demonstrates:<ul><li>Passionate drive to innovate and create</li><li>Integrity to the core</li><li>Enthusiastic customer focus</li><li>Consistent interactive teamwork</li><li>Desire for continuous improvement and top performance</li></ul> Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do…<ul><li>Understand technical and economic requirements of the products as well as specific project needs</li><li>Develop a sourcing strategy to optimize the cost/quality of the products, meet the demand and all necessary requirements</li><li>Work with Sales/Planning to review demand trends</li><li>Coordinate sourcing efforts within his regions to:</li><li><ul><li>allocate demand optimizing cost, quality, delivery schedule etc…</li><li>assess and report suppliers performance</li><li>Negotiate, close and manage long term Master Supply Agreements in line with the sourcing strategy</li><li>Establish and maintain executive level relationship with key steel stakeholders and suppliers in the relevant markets</li></ul></li><li>Evaluate new focus markets and resource required to develop new suppliers</li></ul> Here is some of what you’ll need (required)…<ul><li>Advanced Negotiation skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of commercial contracts</li><li>Experience with international steel trade</li><li>Experience managing a multi-cultural team</li><li>Solid structuring and analytical skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>Ability to report and present a strategy at executive level</li><li>Fluent oral and written communications at least in English</li><li>Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills as a significant part of the team and suppliers are remote</li><li>Results orientated and demonstrated ability to think out of the box to drive results</li><li>Ability to handle ambiguity and respond quickly and flexibly</li><li>Autonomous</li><li>Availability to travel on a regular basis – 30% expected</li></ul> Here are a few of our preferred experiences…<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a technical and/or business major.</li><li>Minimum of 10-year experience in a similar position</li><li>Experience working in a multicultural environment</li></ul> Nextpower is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.  Nextpower does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.<h1>We are Nextpower</h1>

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Steel Sourcing Director

Job Description:At Nextpower, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services. As a company driving the clean energy transition, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations. Make your mark with Nextracker. The Steel Sourcing Director will be based in Hyderabad office. In this position, you will report to the Steel Sourcing Director - ROW. Nextpower is seeking a steel sourcing director to lead its steel sourcing team in India, define and drive the steel sourcing strategy and drive the cost of ownership for steel commodity.The Sourcing department is responsible for driving the Total Cost of Ownership through deploying category/region/supplier-specific strategies and establishing strategic relationship with core suppliers.The Sourcing director will be responsible for managing a global team in charge of a portfolio of suppliers, coordinating the steel sourcing strategy with other commodity manager. We are looking for someone who demonstrates:<ul><li>Passionate drive to innovate and create</li><li>Integrity to the core</li><li>Enthusiastic customer focus</li><li>Consistent interactive teamwork</li><li>Desire for continuous improvement and top performance</li></ul> Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do…<ul><li>Understand technical and economic requirements of the products as well as specific project needs</li><li>Develop a sourcing strategy to optimize the cost/quality of the products, meet the demand and all necessary requirements</li><li>Work with Sales/Planning to review demand trends</li><li>Coordinate sourcing efforts within his regions to:</li><li><ul><li>allocate demand optimizing cost, quality, delivery schedule etc…</li><li>assess and report suppliers performance</li><li>Negotiate, close and manage long term Master Supply Agreements in line with the sourcing strategy</li><li>Establish and maintain executive level relationship with key steel stakeholders and suppliers in the relevant markets</li></ul></li><li>Evaluate new focus markets and resource required to develop new suppliers</li></ul> Here is some of what you’ll need (required)…<ul><li>Advanced Negotiation skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of commercial contracts</li><li>Experience with international steel trade</li><li>Experience managing a multi-cultural team</li><li>Solid structuring and analytical skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>Ability to report and present a strategy at executive level</li><li>Fluent oral and written communications at least in English</li><li>Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills as a significant part of the team and suppliers are remote</li><li>Results orientated and demonstrated ability to think out of the box to drive results</li><li>Ability to handle ambiguity and respond quickly and flexibly</li><li>Autonomous</li><li>Availability to travel on a regular basis – 30% expected</li></ul> Here are a few of our preferred experiences…<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a technical and/or business major.</li><li>Minimum of 10-year experience in a similar position</li><li>Experience working in a multicultural environment</li></ul> Nextpower is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.  Nextpower does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.<h1>We are Nextpower</h1>

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