PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATE

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the world's fourth-largest wind and solar energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets. 

EDPR is committed to furthering social advances in terms of sustainability and integration. This is reflected by the inclusion of the company in the Bloomberg Gender Equality index and the fact that it has been certified as a Top Employer 2023 in Europe , both of which recognise its employee-driven policies.

Job location can be Munich, Leipzig, or Hamburg.

MISSION

EDP Renewables  is seeking experienced candidates for a procurement position that will manage purchases of the following categories; CAPEX services, Engineering service/contracts, civil and electrical works (BOP), Wind & Solar equipment/EPC and other technical services for EDPR.

To lead procurement processes regarding construction phase of wind and solar projects: civil and electrical works (BOS), Frame Agreements, Engineering Services and other CAPEX services and supplies.
To participate in all stages of the project -from the needs identification until entering contracts- being involved in multidisciplinary teams to reach the best achieves for each project according to the target goals of the company.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.    Lead whole RFP (Request For Proposal) processes, including: preparation of commercial specifications, centralizing the communication with stakeholders, leading negotiations, performing commercial assessments, awarding and reporting.
2.    Lead Contract & Commercial Negotiations, driving appropriate commercial relationships with suppliers and ensuring a competitive process according to company procedures.
3.    Business goals oriented, supported by a culture of continuous improvement with cost & performance benchmarks in use, and providing an appropriate reporting.
4.    Monitoring market tendences to identify risks & opportunities.
5.    Strong cooperation with other departments (Engineering, Construction, EHS, etc.) to achieve the best results aligned with the company strategy.
 

REQUIRED PROFILE 

Academic Level

Engineering Degree (Industrial, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc).

Required Professional Experience

+ 3-5 years in technical purchases of civil and electrical works and/or investment projects and/or Wind and Solar BOP-BOS.

Specific Knowledge

Knowledge MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc).
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and ability to manage databases can be valued.
Familiar with contractual negotiation and preparation processes.
General knowledge of Supply Chain concepts.

Languages

German High Level (Oral and Writing).
English High Level (Oral and Writing).
Spanish will be valued.
Additional languages will be valued.

Skills/Competences

Ability to work in different locations: some travelling required
Knowledge MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc).
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and ability to manage databases can be valued.
Familiar with contractual negotiation and preparation processes
General analytical and critical thinking.
General knowledge of Supply Chain concepts

Proactively
Able to work under pressure
Proactive and ability to anticipate future needs.
Ability to Multi-task, ability to work on multiple projects, and team player.
Solution Oriented, great at building and sustaining business and professional relationships.
Ability to develop and motivate people, leadership abilities, process good analytical, decision making, and communication skills.

Among EDPR's principles we would like to highlight diversity and inclusion as a strength in our values and practices. Reinforcing these principles has a real impact on the satisfaction of commitment, increases talent and the quality of leadership of our professionals. To achieve all our objectives, it intends to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of EDPR.

What makes us proud as an employer:

TOP Employer Europe 2023 certification.
Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2022.
Top Workplaces US 2022.
Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation;