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MANAGER , STRATEGIC LOGISTICS – LATAM
Job Description
At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.
As a company driving the clean energy transition, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations. Make your mark with Nextracker.
The Manager, Strategic Logistics – LATAM will be based in Sorocaba, São Paulo, Brazil. In this position, you will report to the Director, Strategic Logistics - Europe, Latam.
Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do…
- Develop strategy for all freight related elements for the business including costs, quality, capacity, etc. for all Latin American countries.
- Lead freight contracts, cost and capacity negotiations for all logistics related services including ocean & air freight, land transport, warehousing, transloading etc.
- Scouting, analyzing, and qualifying carriers and new service providers to optimize capacity & cost and diversify supply chain at large.
- Sending Requests for Proposals (RFP) and prioritize sourcing efforts to target local market needs and align with global logistics strategies.
- Collaborate with the rest of the operations teams to devise supply strategy to optimize landed costs and meet the required delivery schedule.
- Collaborate with Sales and Project Managers to optimize freight costs & capacity for strategic projects and customers.
- Maintain relationships, conduct quarterly business reviews, and ensure active measurement of performance for all service providers.
- Resolve service provider escalations and exceptions from operations team.
- Develop and implement logistics related processes to improve overall supply chain efficiency as the need arises.
- Keep abreast of pertinent regulations and respond accordingly to update all departments that are affected by the changes.
Here is some of what you’ll need (required)…
- Intense collaboration
- Passionate customer focus
- Thoughtful, fast, disciplined execution
- Tenacious commitment to continuous improvement
- Relentless drive to win
Here are a few of our preferred experiences…
- 8+ years of experience in all modes of transportation with strong knowledge of multi-modal logistics pricing structure (ocean, rail, truck, air, and customs brokerage) with a focus on LATAM market, preferably in a high-volume environment.
- Must be a skilled negotiator, highly analytical, creative and an effective communicator.
- High degree of autonomy and accountability for results.
- Fluent in Portuguese, English and Spanish.
NEXTracker is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Nextracker does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law.
NEXTracker provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request in order to express interest in a position by e-mailing: [email protected]. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within NX will be reviewed at the e-mail address. Thank you for considering a career with NEXTracker.
At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.
For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.
