What are the responsibilities and job description for the Steel Sourcing Manager position at FTC Solar, Inc?
Location: USA, Remote or Austin TX (preferred)
Reports to: Sourcing Director
About FTC Solar Inc
FTC Solar is a fast growing, global provider of solar tracker systems, technology, software, and engineering services. We are as passionate about renewable energy as we are about our culture and values. We want to attract likeminded individuals who live and breathe Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We’re humble enough to know that we don’t know everything, so we love bold ideas that disrupt the status quo. Basically, we don’t want you to just fall in line!
FTC Solar is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and diversity. For us, this is not just a set of words or metrics. It drives our culture, creativity, and future success. We support our employees and foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives are celebrated and encouraged. When our employees thrive, FTC Solar thrives. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Steel Sourcing Manager is responsible for sourcing US manufactured components associated with Solar Trackers. This role will be involved with end-to-end procurement of structural components for solar tracking projects in key commodities of steel coils, torque tubes, piles, and stamped parts The Sourcing Manager drives cost-effective, high-quality, and timely procurement of steel, stamped parts, and fabricated structural components (torque tubes, foundation piles). This role involves managing the entire supplier lifecycle, from qualification and negotiation to contract management and risk mitigation for large-scale projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supplier Management: Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers for stamping, roll-forming, and structural steel, ensuring compliance with quality standards and technical specs.
- Negotiation & Contracting: Lead RFQ/RFP events and negotiate contracts for pricing, lead times, capacity commitments, and payment terms to achieve total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements.
- Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with corporate objectives for sustainability, cost reduction, and supply chain resilience.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, project management, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability (e.g., in-transit inventory) for construction projects.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor steel market trends, raw material pricing, and geopolitical risks (e.g., tariffs) to adjust strategies.
- Risk Mitigation: Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- Experience: 5–7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain, with a focus on steel, metals, or heavy structural components.
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of steel coils and fabrication, specifically stamping and structural components. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Negotiation: Proven track record of successful negotiation and managing high-value contracts.
- Analytical Ability: Strong skills in cost modeling, benchmarking, and data analysis
WORKING CONDITIONS
FTC Solar offers competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical and Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Unlimited vacation
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with a company match and much more