Procurement Director Onshore Wind - USA or Europe

Taylor Hopkinson; Paris; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Procurement Director for Onshore Wind projects. This role involves overseeing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leading contract negotiations. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in procurement and project management, with strong negotiation skills and a strategic mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in EPC contracting and supply chain management.
• Proven leadership in procurement and complex project management.
• Strategic thinker with understanding of value and risk drivers.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project goals.
• Oversee procurement processes and ensure timely delivery.
• Negotiate large CAPEX projects and strategic supply agreements.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Leadership

Relationship Management

Financial Acumen

Adaptability

Description du poste

Procurement Director Onshore Wind – USA or Europe

CIP Terra Technologies, a division of Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), is seeking a Procurement Director for Onshore Wind projects to join our dynamic team.

We aim to build a motivated, diverse, and skilled team dedicated to positive environmental impact. The Procurement Director will oversee procurement and supplier initiatives for our Onshore Wind projects, with potential support for other technologies like BESS & Solar depending on future needs.

This role reports to the Global Head of Technical & Procurement and is based in the US or Europe, with travel as required. Preferred locations include Chicago, London, Copenhagen, Hamburg, Madrid, or Amsterdam, but flexible arrangements can be considered.

The workload and travel will vary, and flexibility is expected. We operate in a dynamic environment, valuing a positive approach and adaptability.

Responsibilities

1. Develop procurement strategies: Create and implement strategies aligned with project goals and financing needs.
2. Manage procurement activities: Oversee procurement processes across project packages, ensuring timely delivery and establishing standards and agreements.
3. Lead Contract Negotiations: Negotiate large CAPEX projects and strategic supply agreements, collaborating with legal and technical experts.
4. Strategic Leadership: Provide direction for procurement across all projects and regions.
5. Risk Management: Develop strategies to mitigate procurement risks and ensure compliance.
6. Performance Metrics: Set KPIs to evaluate procurement effectiveness and promote continuous improvement.
7. Market Intelligence: Gather and report market insights to inform strategic decisions.
8. Stakeholder Management: Build relationships with key suppliers and engage with senior stakeholders, including executive leadership.
9. Mentoring: Foster collaboration and high performance within the procurement team.
10. Building Capabilities: Coordinate supplier engagement and share learnings across projects.

Internal Stakeholders

• Project team
• CIP Investment team

The Ideal Candidate

Minimum 15 years of experience in EPC contracting and supply chain management within large-scale onshore wind, renewable, oil & gas, or similar industries. Proven leadership in procurement and complex project management.

Strategic thinker with an understanding of value and risk drivers, motivated, collaborative, and adaptable.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in onshore wind procurement and project management
• Strong negotiation skills, especially with large CAPEX projects
• Financial acumen with budget management experience
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills
• Leadership ability to inspire teams
• Flexibility in a dynamic environment