Strategic Procurement Manager

Job description

• lead end-to-end procurement activities (RFQ to final installation and commissioning) for assigned packages, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, internal stakeholders’ alignment and supplier performance monitoring to ensure successful contract execution, optimal value and risk mitigation,
• act as the lead commercial responsible for internal and external stakeholders, drive supplier relationship management, and support cross-functional alignment,
• ensure best-in-class execution, timely contractual deliverables in line with Project requirements, mitigate and negotiate contract claims, actively assess procurement risks and drive mitigation plans, support internal requests addressed by cross-functional teams (engineering, logistics, quality, etc.),
• lead procurement process improvements, generate ideas to support lean execution, support implementing new tools, and coach/mentor junior or new procurement team members,
• conduct detailed cost analysis, develop costing models, and manage successfully complex negotiations for global supplier contracts, agreements and frameworks,
• ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards,
• willingness to travel to supplier locations and construction sites globally (10%-30%).

Requirements for the employee

• 5+ years proven track record in direct procurement within EPC environment, managing high-value and complex contracts, supply chain risks, and cost reduction strategies,
• highly proficient in complex contract management, category management, sales, including change management and of supplier portfolio expansion,
• naturally inclined to lead of cross-functional teams (engineering, logistics, quality), influence stakeholders, and thrive in matrix organizations,
• best-in-class negotiation, market analysis, risk assessment, problem-solving mindset, and process improvement with excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making abilities,
• fluent in English (C1+); any other language is a plus - very familiar with multicultural environments with a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Employee perks and benefits

• Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company,
• Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity,
• Personal development opportunities through own Academy,
• Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines,
• Modern infrastructure,
• Attractive working place (central, good transport links),
• Excellent employment conditions.

Company on whose behalf the position is being filled

Our client is a global green-tech company.