Project Procurement Manager / Construction Procurement

NKT; Köln; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NKT is seeking a Strategic Project Procurement Manager to shape procurement strategies for major high-voltage cable projects across the CeMeA Hub. You will coordinate project-related services, subcontractors and construction infrastructure to deliver on time, cost-efficient and compliant results.

Based in Troisdorf, Cologne, or Berlin, with ~20–30 travel days per year, you will own the procurement workstream, develop supplier strategies, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management or equivalent.
• 5-10 years of experience in construction procurement.
• Experience managing subcontractors and service providers in project environments.
• Fluency in German and English.
• Experience working with SAP and MS Office tools.
• Formal certifications such as CIPS, WorldCC/IACCM, PMP, IPMA or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Development of project-specific procurement strategies and procurement concepts.
• Identification, qualification and management of suppliers and subcontractors, actively building portfolios.
• Negotiation of (framework) contracts - some of which are complex - and management of supplier agreements.
• Monitoring of supplier performance, quality, delivery capability and HSE requirements.
• Support for procurement governance, risk management and claims processes.

Skills

German language

English language

Negotiation

Procurement experience

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management or equivalent

Tools

SAP

MS Office

PMP (certification)

Job description

Supply Chain & Procurement

Job Location (Short): Cologne, Germany | Berlin, Germany | Troisdorf, Germany

Job Description

Shape procurement strategies for critical energy infrastructure projects

Are you interested in managing procurement activities for major high-voltage cable projects across the CeMeA Hub? As Strategic Project Procurement Manager, you will coordinate project-related services, subcontractors and temporary construction infrastructure, ensuring timely, cost-effective and risk-managed delivery. This is an opportunity to contribute to the green transition within a global organisation while working closely with project teams and suppliers across multiple countries. Do you want to play a key role in delivering complex energy projects?

Manage project procurement across international construction projects

As Strategic Project Procurement Manager, you will own the procurement workstream for project execution activities and act as the primary contact between project teams, suppliers, subcontractors and category management. You will develop procurement strategies, oversee supplier selection and contractual activities, and support the delivery of high-voltage cable projects through proactive planning and risk management. The role combines commercial, technical and operational perspectives to ensure procurement activities align with project requirements and compliance standards.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Development of project-specific procurement strategies and procurement concepts
• Identification, qualification and management of suppliers and subcontractors, i.e. actively building and further developing high-performing contractor portfolios
• Negotiation of (framework) contracts - some of which are complex - and management of supplier agreements
• Monitoring of supplier performance, quality, delivery capability and HSE requirements
• Support for procurement governance, risk management and claims processes

The position is based in Troisdorf, Cologne or Berlin and includes approximately 20-30 days of travel per year.

Commercially minded procurement professional for complex projects

You are a collaborative and reliable person who enjoys working with a range of stakeholders and balancing different priorities. You take a structured and solution-focused approach, remain calm in complex situations and communicate clearly across technical, commercial and contractual topics. You value teamwork, maintain a broad perspective and contribute positively to a safe and compliant working environment.

You also have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management or equivalent
• 5-10 years of experience in construction procurement
• Experience managing subcontractors and service providers in project environments
• Fluency in German and English
• Experience working with SAP and MS Office tools
• Formal certification such as CIPS, WorldCC/IACCM, PMP, IPMA or equivalent (preferred)

Contribute to the green transition through project delivery

We aim to create a workplace where people of all backgrounds are valued, supported, and able to do their best work. We are dedicated to increasing gender diversity at NKT and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We welcome varied backgrounds and career paths-even if you don't meet every single requirement. We believe inclusive teams contribute to positive results and create a better everyday work environment.

You will join an international and collaborative environment where professional development is encouraged and knowledge sharing is part of everyday work. The role offers the opportunity to expand your procurement capabilities within large-scale energy infrastructure projects, work with stakeholders across the CeMeA region, and contribute to projects supporting a more sustainable future.

"As a leader, I value people who combine sound judgement, teamwork and curiosity to find practical procurement solutions. In this role, you will work closely with colleagues and suppliers to support the delivery of important energy infrastructure projects while continuing to develop professionally," says Hiring Manager, Dr. Florian Krull.

If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Florian Krull at [e-mail]. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Dejan Zegarac at [e-mail]. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

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