Aes

Aes

Head of Strategic Sourcing, Maximo

US, Arlington, VA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
Supply ChainProcurementRoboticsMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringLeadershipCommunicationRenewable Energy

About the role

  • Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.
  • AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.
  • AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Responsibilities

  • We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related technical discipline.
  • A master's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or Business Administration (MBA) is highly valued.
  • 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or procurement.
  • Experience negotiating equipment or hardware agreements within the robotics, automation, construction machinery, or automotive industries.
  • Proven track record of supporting rapid scaling in operations or deployment environments.
  • Strong experience in strategic vendor negotiations, contracting, and global sourcing.
  • Skills and behaviors: ability to work dynamically and collaboratively across multiple teams in a fast-paced, technical business environment with minimal supervision.

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills, a results-oriented and can-do attitude, and a strong execution mindset.

Compensation

  • The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $161,000 and $200,600/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge,

Benefits

  • medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave).
  • Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.
  • entrepreneurial drive, a strong bias for action, and the intellectual curiosity to identify and pursue new opportunities.

Company info

  • AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion.
  • Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
  • Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it?
  • We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate.
  • If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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