Steel Sourcing Manager
About The Position
The Steel Sourcing Manager is responsible for sourcing US manufactured components associated with Solar Trackers. This role will be involved with end-to-end procurement of structural components for solar tracking projects in key commodities of steel coils, torque tubes, piles, and stamped parts The Sourcing Manager drives cost-effective, high-quality, and timely procurement of steel, stamped parts, and fabricated structural components (torque tubes, foundation piles). This role involves managing the entire supplier lifecycle, from qualification and negotiation to contract management and risk mitigation for large-scale projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 5–7+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain, with a focus on steel, metals, or heavy structural components.
- Deep knowledge of steel coils and fabrication, specifically stamping and structural components.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proven track record of successful negotiation and managing high-value contracts.
- Strong skills in cost modeling, benchmarking, and data analysis
Responsibilities
- Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers for stamping, roll-forming, and structural steel, ensuring compliance with quality standards and technical specs.
- Lead RFQ/RFP events and negotiate contracts for pricing, lead times, capacity commitments, and payment terms to achieve total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with corporate objectives for sustainability, cost reduction, and supply chain resilience.
- Partner with engineering, project management, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability (e.g., in-transit inventory) for construction projects.
- Monitor steel market trends, raw material pricing, and geopolitical risks (e.g., tariffs) to adjust strategies.
- Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
Benefits
- Medical and Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Unlimited vacation
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with a company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
