Job Description:Role OverviewThe 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.
Key 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
Required Qualifications & Experience- 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
Preferred Qualifications & Experience- 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
Additional Skills- 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
