Procurement & Subcontract Specialist

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

 

Job Description:

The Procurement & Subcontract Specialist at Fluence will support project opportunities during the sales and pre-execution phases. This role is ideal for a developing professional with 2–4 years of experience in procurement or subcontracting, preferably within the energy, construction, or BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) sectors. The specialist will contribute to sourcing, supplier engagement, and internal reporting while working under general supervision and collaborating across teams.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collect supplier pricing and lead time data to support customer proposals.

- Assist in sourcing subcontractors and suppliers for EPC and BOP services.

- Support the qualification process for EPC contractors and partners.

- Contribute to pipeline reporting and procurement dashboards.

- Assist in preparing RFQs and support contract negotiation processes.

- Create and manage intercompany task orders in alignment with project needs.

- Support the development of category sourcing strategies under guidance.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet reporting needs for strategy procurement.

Qualifications & Skills

- 2–4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles.

- 2 years of experience with SAP S/4HANA is desirable, especially in procurement and supply chain workflows.

- Exposure to energy infrastructure projects, construction environments, or BESS technologies is highly desirable.

- Strong analytical and organizational skills.

- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Critical Competencies:

- Influence and Persuasion: Able to collaborate with suppliers and internal teams.

- Achievement Motivation: Demonstrates drive to meet goals and overcome challenges.

-Composure and Resiliency: Maintains professionalism under pressure.

Important Competencies:

- Negotiating: Supports favorable contract terms under supervision.

- Relationship Building: Builds productive working relationships internally and externally.

- Initiating Action: Proactively contributes to procurement activities.

Supporting Competencies:

- Information Seeking: Gathers relevant data for decision-making.

- Time Management: Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet deadlines.

Here are some of the benefits of joining our team:

·        Collaborative and supportive work environment

·        Opportunities for professional development and growth

·        Chance to make a real difference in the world