Job Description:

The Manager, Strategic Sourcing Mechanical Systems position will be based out of Madrid, Spain. This is a key role supporting mechanical sourcing across the portfolio of mechanical products within Nextpower's offering.
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Job description:
- Support and drive execution of sourcing strategy across categories within mechanical systems including – fasteners, tools and consumables, foundation equipment and consumables, gear boxes, dampers, field robotics and other mechanical systems as a part of Nextpower’s product portfolio.
- Regional (EU) lead for supplier relationships across categories, collaborating with leadership in the US, India and China to execute specific objectives and activities.
- Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and establish strategic partnerships to ensure a robust supply chain.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing performance to ensure the highest quality standards and delivery timelines.
- Continuously evaluate supplier performance, including cost, quality,



engineering support and reliability, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Collaborate with suppliers to drive innovation, cost reduction initiatives, and process improvements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as engineering, operations, and quality assurance, to align sourcing activities with production requirements and quality standards.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through effective negotiation, supplier selection, and value engineering.
- Develop and implement effective procurement processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to the sourcing and procurement of mechanical components, such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues, or supplier financial instability.
- Develop and implement contingency plans to minimize the impact of potential disruptions on the organization

📌 Manager, Strategic Sourcing Mechanical Systems (Madrid)
🏢 Nextpower
📍 Madrid