Contracts & Procurement Manager, Green Hydrogen Project

Mint Selection; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Contracts & Procurement Manager to lead efforts on a transformative Green Hydrogen project. This pivotal role involves negotiating major contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement governance. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of the contracting landscape, particularly in large-scale energy projects, and demonstrate a strong commercial acumen. Join a forward-thinking firm that values innovative approaches and offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will significantly impact the energy sector's future.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of UK and international contracting and supply market.
• Experience in tendering and procuring large scale EPC projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the contracting and procurement effort for the green hydrogen project.
• Manage contractual relationships with key contractors and suppliers.

Skills

Contract Management

Procurement Strategy

Negotiation Skills

Risk Management

Supplier Performance Analysis

Commercial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree Level Qualification

Membership of Professional Body (RICS or CIPS)

Tools

SAP

AVEVA ERM

CRM Systems

Job description

Contracts & Procurement Manager, Green Hydrogen Project

We are seeking to appoint the Contracts & Procurement Manager for a major, multi-GW Green Hydrogen project currently in development, with FEED complete on the first phase of the project. This is a client side position working for a large-scale energy asset operator who are backed by top tier private equity investment.

This role can be based from offices in either London or Aberdeen.

The Contracts & Procurement Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Lead the contracting and procurement effort for the green hydrogen project.
• Take a leading role in negotiating the award of large contracts and purchase orders.
• Manage contractual relationships with key contractors and suppliers.
• Set up and follow the agreed contracts and procurement governance process.
• Ensure that all contracts and procurement work is effectively planned and successfully delivered in support of the overall project objectives.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms and monitor their compliance with contractual terms and conditions including applicable laws.
• Analyse and evaluate supplier performance.
• Monitor industry trends and developments.
• Have a strong understanding of risk management in commercial contracts.
• Accurately report the status of all contracts and procurement work.

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following experience:

• Deep knowledge of the UK and international contracting and supply market.
• Demonstrable previous experience of successfully tendering and procuring large scale EPC projects in the process or power industry (TIC Value >£500m).
• Proven capability in contributing to and developing value driven, innovative contracting strategies.
• History of developing productive supply chain relationships.
• Deep knowledge of standard contract forms (e.g. NEC 4, IChemE).
• Working knowledge of key relevant UK procurement legislation, e.g. Bribery Act and Modern Slavery Act.
• Working knowledge of procurement systems e.g. SAP, AVEVA ERM and CRM.

Required Personal Attributes:

• Credible leader possessing considerable commercial acumen.
• Transparent; operates to the highest ethical standards.
• Enjoys deploying innovative and new ways of working.
• Flexible and solution oriented especially when faced with uncertainty, ambiguity or changing requirements.
• Collegiate and supportive with a low ego approach.
• Natural team builder.
• Highly effective communicator (written and verbal).
• Numerate and analytical, uses data to support decision making.

Desired Qualifications:

• Degree level qualification preferred; Engineering background advantageous.
• Membership of professional body (RICS or CIPS).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.