Procurement & Subcontract Specialist

Fluence • Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

The Procurement & Subcontract Specialist at Fluence is a mid-career professional responsible for driving sourcing and subcontracting activities across the sales and pre-execution phases of energy storage projects. With a strong foundation in procurement, this role owns end-to-end sourcing packages, contributing to competitive proposal development, cost accuracy, and supplier strategy. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the specialist supports pricing development, supplier selection, and procurement assumptions, while ensuring alignment with regional and project requirements. This role also plays a key part in developing supplier relationships and driving efficient, scalable procurement practices.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or subcontract management within industrial, energy, or engineering environments
• Proven experience managing RFQs, supplier selection, and sourcing activities end-to-end
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, detail-oriented approach
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in energy storage, renewable energy, construction, or BESS projects
• Exposure to EPC or BOP subcontracting environments
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems
• Experience supporting pricing, cost estimation, or proposal development activities

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver end-to-end sourcing packages in support of project proposals, ensuring timely and high-quality execution
• Lead sourcing activities for EPC, BOP, and key equipment packages, including RFQ preparation, bid analysis, and supplier selection
• Influence proposal competitiveness by driving cost accuracy, supplier strategy, and procurement assumptions
• Manage RFQ processes end-to-end, including scope definition, commercial evaluation, and supplier recommendations
• Support subcontract negotiations, with progression toward independently leading commercial and contractual discussions
• Collaborate closely with Sales to support pricing development and proposal submissions
• Partner with Engineering to ensure supplier proposals align with technical and project requirements
• Contribute to pricing inputs (SOG) and procurement strategies for proposals and pipeline opportunities
• Support supplier development, qualification, and relationship management aligned with regional procurement objectives
• Maintain procurement data, dashboards, and reporting accuracy using SAP and other tools
• Ensure compliance with Fluence procurement policies, procedures, and governance standards
• Support demand planning activities through the issuance of purchase orders and letters of intent, as required

Benefits

• Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for delivering sourcing and subcontracting activities independently and to a high standard
• Collaboration & Influence: Builds strong, effective relationships across cross-functional teams and with external partners
• Problem Solving: Proactively identifies and resolves procurement and supplier challenges with practical, outcome-driven solutions
• Resilience: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic project environment and maintains composure under pressure
• Negotiation: Supports and develops capability to lead commercial discussions and contract negotiations
• Relationship Management: Establishes and maintains productive, long-term supplier and stakeholder partnerships
• Initiative: Proactively drives sourcing activities and identifies opportunities for improvement
• Data-Driven: Leverages data and insights to support decision-making and optimize outcomes
• Time Management: Effectively prioritizes and manages multiple deadlines in a project-driven environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level