Procurement Manager UK - PV & Onshore

RWE AG; Perth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Project Procurement Manager to oversee procurement strategies for Wind and PV projects in the UK. This role will involve negotiating complex contracts, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing supply chain measures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement within the renewable energy industry and strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Several years of relevant experience in the PV & Wind industry, preferably within Europe.
• Experience managing large, complex tenders for PV & Wind EPC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate large and complex project contracts for PV, BESS & Wind projects.
• Develop and manage purchasing strategies aligned with supplier country strategy.
• Manage supplier and stakeholder relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Risk Analysis

Communication

Supplier Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Business Economics

Legal Qualifications

Job description

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RWE AG

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Perth, United Kingdom

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Job Description:

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd., Swindon, Coventry, London, Perth, Port Talbot

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Procurement

As Project Procurement Manager UK for RWE OPEA’s growing Wind & PV and BESS pipeline within our OPEA Procurement team, you will be responsible for supporting & implementing the supplier country strategy for the UK market embedded into the global strategy.

You will act as Procurement Single Point of Contact for Onshore Wind, Solar, & BESS projects, partnering with the overall Project Manager. You will take responsibility for all procured packages – TSA, SMA, EPC, and/or BoP contracts – during development and construction phases. Additionally, you will lead the optimization of our supply chain measures throughout the project lifecycle.

Your future responsibilities include:

• Negotiating large and complex project contracts (including TSA, SMA, EPC, and/or BoP contracts) for PV, BESS & Wind projects in multidisciplinary and international teams
• Developing, implementing, and managing purchasing strategies for these contracts
• Supporting and implementing the supplier country strategy for the UK market
• Enabling lessons learned to optimize tendering processes for project development and construction contracts, aligned with local needs and collaborating with project stakeholders
• Developing and implementing framework agreements
• Managing active supplier relationships for PV & Wind Balance of Plant contracts
• Managing stakeholder relationships with colleagues from development, construction, and service departments
• Coordinating with Global Category Procurement for PV modules, Wind Turbine Generators, and other functions like Finance, Risk Control, and Legal
• Assessing suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants, including conducting audits and managing complaints
• Seeking new, alternative, and advanced vendors regularly
• Providing cost estimates for new photovoltaic plants and grid interconnection works
• Preparing and reviewing decision templates for management, including risk mitigation and cost-benefit analysis

Your profile:

• Several years of relevant experience in the PV & Wind industry, preferably within Europe, UK preferred
• Experience in managing large, complex tenders for PV & Wind EPC contracts or power plant projects (Capex/Opex)
• Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain key stakeholder relationships with suppliers
• Extensive experience in identifying and assessing contractual risks, developing risk prevention strategies
• Completed studies in engineering or business economics; legal qualifications are advantageous
• Proven ability to negotiate multiple contract packages, manage stakeholders, and lead multidisciplinary teams
• Intercultural understanding and experience working with diverse cultures
• Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written)
• Willingness to travel and undertake temporary stays abroad to support international PV & Wind projects