Job Description:
At Nextpower, we are leading the energy transition by providing a comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for solar power plants. We are also expanding into adjacent and complementary solar power plant components. Our talented global teams are transforming PV plant performance every day through smart technology, data monitoring, and analytical services.
The Steel Sourcing Analyst will be based in Fremont, California, in Nextpower’s South Office building. In this role, you will report to a Senior Sourcing Manager and support sourcing activities for steel components across Nextpower’s domestic and global supply base. This role is responsible for analyzing supplier quotations, steel market trends, cost drivers, capacity data, and supplier performance to support sourcing decisions and supplier management activities.
This position is ideal for an experienced sourcing, procurement, or supply chain professional who can independently analyze complex information, identify risks and opportunities, recommend solutions, and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
Prepare and manage RFQ/RFP activities for steel components, including supplier communications, data collection, quotation analysis, and follow-up actions
Analyze supplier quotations, cost breakdowns, steel market trends, capacity inputs, and commercial terms to identify cost drivers, risks, and opportunities
Develop and maintain cost models, capacity models, supplier trackers, and sourcing dashboards to support sourcing decisions
Identify pricing patterns, supplier performance trends, and supply base risks; recommend actions to improve cost, capacity, quality, delivery, and overall supplier performance
Support supplier screening, qualification, onboarding, and development activities across domestic and global supply markets
Partner with sourcing, supply chain, quality, engineering, logistics, finance, and legal teams to resolve sourcing-related issues and support project execution
Support process improvements within the Supply Chain organization by improving reporting, data accuracy, tools, and sourcing processes
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain , Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or a related field
5-8 years of related experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, operations, manufacturing, commodity management, or a related analytical role; or 1 year of related experience with a Master’s degree
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex supplier, cost, market, and capacity data and translate findings into actionable recommendations
Experience in the steel, solar, renewable energy, manufacturing, or infrastructure sector
Experience with Coupa, Malbek, Power BI, Excel or similar procurement, contract management, and reporting tools
Experience supporting supplier scorecards, Quarterly Business Reviews, cost modeling, or capacity planning
Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related reasons. For candidates located in California, the annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $130,000.
At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.
Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
