NRG Energy

Sr Sourcing Manager

NRG Energy • $120K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Washington, US
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 7 years experience in high volume manufacturing or sourcing environments.
  • 7 years of direct supply chain management experience.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams in a consumer electronics company.
  • Familiarity with world-class sourcing methods and tools.
  • Strong analytical skills, including cost modeling and quotation analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Manage supplier costs, contracts, and relationships throughout product life cycles.
  • Lead supplier sourcing and selection activities in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Standardize effective supply chain processes for efficiency.
  • Negotiate agreements with suppliers to secure pricing, flexibility, and quality terms.
  • Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks.
  • Influence supplier technology roadmaps to align with Vivint's commercial goals.
  • Provide updates on supplier performance and interdepartmental program status.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Annual bonuses and performance-based incentives.
  • Hybrid work schedule with remote flexibility.
Full Job Description
Vivint is looking for a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager to be responsible for managing supplier costs, contracts, relationships, and roadmaps. The position will also play a lead role in representing the Supply Chain Organization in the new product introduction (NPI) process. In this role, the individual will lead supplier sourcing and selection activities and be responsible for managing the supplier relationship. It will be critical for the individual to develop close collaboration with Hardware Engineering, Program Management, Technical Operations, and other cross- functional teams. During the product development process, you are responsible for ensuring the suppliers are prepared to support the delivery of key parts on-time at specified quality, and yield parameters and are prepared to meet the ramp quantities. It is the Sourcing Manager's primary objective to ensure suppliers meet or exceed commercial and technical requirements throughout the life cycle of the product(s).

For assigned suppliers and programs this role is expected to:

  • Have strong organization and communication skills
  • Standardize effective/efficient/repeatable supply chain processes
  • Develop and own supplier/commodity/category sourcing strategies, ensuring that suppliers are capable of meeting Vivint's current and future technical and business requirements
  • Establish supplier selection criteria, evaluate alternative suppliers, manage the RFQ process, and drive final supplier selection in partnership with Product Management, Engineering, Quality, and other cross-functional partners
  • Properly prepare for and negotiate various agreements as needed with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms
  • Formulate contingency plans to de-risk technical challenges, long lead time, single source, and any supply issue
  • Institute programs to optimize schedule flexibility while minimizing excess inventory exposure • Work with CM partners to resolve any part shortages or quality problems which affects production schedules
  • Own, manage, and approve the ramp plan, ongoing production plan and forecast, tooling qualification schedule and tooling life for all designated suppliers
  • Influence supplier technology roadmaps and create internal disruptive value-add to ensure Vivint's system architecture and commercial requirements are met
  • Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships at the executive level
  • Provide interdepartmental program updates on cost, schedule, design, supplier issues, quality, risk, etc.
  • Manage regular business reviews of strategic sourcing plan that define product roadmaps, supplier capabilities and annual / quarterly strategic business objectives
  • Maintain personal knowledge of market trends including rigorous analysis of market drivers, cost structures and technical improvements


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management or Engineering or equivalent work experience.
  • 7 years' experience in high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environment.
  • 7 years direct experience in supplier / supply chain management
  • Supply chain experience managing cross functional teams in a consumer electronics product company.
  • Familiarity with world-class sourcing methods and tools.
  • Ability to solve problems and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to be innovative in issues related to strategic sourcing, vendor relations, quality assurance and the associated measurement systems.
  • Strong analytical skills (i.e. cost modeling, quotation analysis, supplier selection).


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Fluent in English; Mandarin, Vietnamese, or Thai are a plus.


Job Functions:

Position requires in-office presence in Seattle, WA on a hybrid schedule for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with a work from home day on Friday. The position will start remote and then will move into the hybrid schedule.

The base salary range for this position is: $120,000- $150,000* *The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts.

About NRG Energy

NRG is at the forefront of changing how people think about and use energy. Whether as the largest solar power developer in the country or by giving customers the latest tools to better manage their energy use, NRG is a pioneer in developing smarter energy choices. Our diverse power generating facilities have a capacity of about 52,000 megawatts, capable of supporting almost 42 million homes. Our retail electricity providers — Reliant and Energy Plus — and thermal energy division serve nearly 3 million residential, business, commercial and industrial customers. A Fortune 250 company, NRG supports clean energy resources and technologies critical to our transition to a sustainable, low carbon society. We built the nation's first privately-funded electric vehicle charging infrastructure and continue to create new, clean energy solutions for our customers. In addition to our environmental efforts, we actively contribute to the local communities where NRG employees live and work. Since 2004, our Global Giving program has provided millions of dollars to organizations and charities that have a direct impact on the lives of the people in our communities, including food banks and those that foster self-sufficiency, improve housing and provide supplemental education to people in need. NRG has also organized special responses for victims of extreme catastrophe, such as the Haitian earthquake and the Japanese tsunami in 2010. Employee donations were tripled to maximize the contributions. NRG has won numerous awards for industry leadership and many of its nationwide econrg initiatives, which are targeted toward meeting the challenges of climate change, clean air and natural resources protection.

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Join the vibrant team at NRG Energy, a leader in the power and energy sector, and contribute to a sustainable future while advancing your career. At NRG Energy, we are committed to innovation, leadership, and diversity, ensuring a dynamic workplace where growth and opportunity are at the forefront.

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At NRG Energy, you’ll engage in meaningful work that powers communities and fosters environmental stewardship. Our team of professionals is dedicated to leading the energy sector through cutting-edge innovation and sustainable practices. By joining us, you help shape the future of energy, leveraging your skills to make a significant impact.

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NRG Energy is deeply invested in the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust career development programs, including leadership training, professional networking opportunities, and diversity training. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

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Our company culture celebrates diversity, encourages innovation, and fosters a collaborative environment. At NRG Energy, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of experts, each bringing unique perspectives that drive our success. We believe that inclusive teamwork and innovative thinking are the keys to our continued growth and leadership in the energy sector.

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Learn more about NRG Energy
Size
6,635 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$510 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+24.8%
Revenue
$9 billion
NASDAQ
NRG
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