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Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC)is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visitfluenceenergy.com.

Job Description:

Role Overview

The Americas Procurement Lead - Execution is responsible for leading procurement execution activities supporting awarded projects across North and South America and the Caribbean. This role manages a growing team of procurement professionals and serves as the primary escalation point for procurement, subcontractor, supplier, and project-related issues.

The position is accountable for supplier negotiations, subcontract administration, purchase order execution, delivery performance, and cross-functional coordination to ensure project commitments are achieved. The role also acts as a delegate for the Senior Manager when required and plays a key role in developing procurement talent, strengthening supplier relationships, and driving operational excellence across execution procurement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement professionals supporting execution procurement activities across the America's continent.

• Conduct performance reviews, talent development planning, hiring activities, workload prioritization, and succession planning for direct reports.

• Serve as the primary escalation point for procurement, subcontractor, supplier, and project-related issues; act as delegate for the Senior Manager, Procurement, as required.

• Lead procurement execution activities for awarded projects, ensuring alignment with project schedules, budgets, contractual requirements, and customer commitments.

• Manage procurement and subcontracting activities for Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment, medium voltage equipment, installation services, temporary labor, and other project-related materials and services.

• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, scope alignment, and reliable delivery commitments.

• Support RFQ strategy, sourcing activities, and supplier selection in partnership with the Procurement Strategy team.

• Review and approve procurement transactions in accordance with Fluence policies, procurement governance, and Delegation of Authority (DOA) requirements.

• Drive resolution of supplier performance, delivery, quality, commercial, and contract administration issues impacting project execution.

• Partner closely with Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Logistics, and Operations teams to support successful project delivery.

• Monitor procurement performance, delivery status, project risks, and mitigation plans while providing regular updates to leadership.

• Use SAP S/4HANA, Coupa, Power BI, Salesforce, SharePoint, and related business systems to support procurement operations, reporting, and governance.

• Promote continuous improvement, standardization, and best practices across procurement execution processes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

• 8-10 years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, subcontract management, or project procurement experience.

• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including performance management, talent development, and hiring responsibilities.

• Experience supporting complex industrial, construction, infrastructure, energy, utility, or EPC projects.

• Proven experience leading supplier and subcontractor negotiations.

• Strong understanding of project execution, procurement processes, contract administration, purchasing governance, and supplier management.

• Experience working with ERP and procurement systems, including SAP.

• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and escalation management skills.

Additional Skills

• Experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), medium voltage transformers or medium voltage equipment, electrical infrastructure, renewable energy, or utility-scale projects.

• Experience managing procurement activities across multiple countries within the Americas region.

• Experience with Coupa, Salesforce, Power BI, and SharePoint.

• Spanish language proficiency preferred but not required.

• Experience developing procurement processes, supplier performance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Work Authorization
To join our team, you'll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.