Strategic Procurement Lead - Renewable Energy Projects

Sembcor; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 480,000,000 - 720,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sembcorp is seeking a Procurement Manager on a 1-year contract based in Jakarta Selatan, to lead strategic sourcing, commercial management, and project procurement for EPC projects in Indonesia. The role requires deep experience in procurement, contract negotiations, and supplier management across renewable energy sectors.

You will collaborate with project development, engineering, asset management, and operations teams to drive cost optimization, risk mitigation, and value creation while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8–10 years of procurement, sourcing, and contract management experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, tender management, and contract negotiations, including EPC contracts, supply agreements, and long-term service agreements.
• Strong contract management and supplier performance management experience.
• Experience in renewable energy, power, utilities, infrastructure, or EPC sectors.
• Experience in project procurement, logistics, and project execution support.
• Good understanding of project development, construction, commissioning, and handover processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in English, Mandarin, and Bahasa Indonesia to effectively engage suppliers and stakeholders across regional markets.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-driven and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with Indonesian regulatory and permitting requirements is an advantage.
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for goods, equipment, components, and services, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, delivery, and project requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end Source-to-Contract process for EPC projects, including tender management, commercial evaluations, supplier selection, and contract award.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to support business growth, project delivery, and operational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance standards, and strategic sourcing framework.
• Develop and validate commercial, market, and cost assumptions for project financial modelling, budgeting, and business case evaluations.
• Conduct cost analysis, supplier benchmarking, and market assessments to support informed sourcing decisions.
• Identify and drive cost optimization, value engineering, and procurement efficiency initiatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favourable contractual terms, and long-term value creation.
• Prepare procurement, commercial, and cost performance reports for management review and decision-making.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen strategic relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Serve as the primary interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders on procurement and contractual matters.
• Monitor supplier performance, contract compliance, and service delivery against KPIs and contractual commitments.
• Collaborate closely with Project Development, Engineering, Construction, Asset Management, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders to support business and project requirements.
• Lead procurement, logistics, and delivery coordination throughout project execution.
• Oversee manufacturing progress, shipment schedules, customs clearance, site deliveries, contract obligations, expenditure tracking, and key project milestones.
• Identify and mitigate procurement, schedule, commercial, and supply chain risks that may impact project performance.
• Work with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to resolve execution challenges and support successful project handover.
• Support Asset Management teams in monitoring renewable asset performance, operational KPIs, lifecycle costs, O&M budgets, vendor obligations, and warranty claims.
• Contribute to asset optimization, performance improvement, and continuous value creation initiatives.
• Monitor market trends, supplier developments, industry dynamics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and potential risks.
• Provide recommendations on sourcing strategies, supplier diversification, and commercial risk mitigation measures.
• Champion a strong HSSE culture and ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
• Promote and enforce HSSE policies, standards, and best practices across procurement, logistics, and project execution activities.
• Support the implementation of HSSE initiatives, risk mitigation measures, and continuous improvement programs to maintain a safe and sustainable working environment.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Procurement strategy

Contract management

Project procurement

MS Office

English proficiency

Mandarin proficiency

Bahasa Indonesia proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Supply Chain/Engineering

Job description

Sembcorp is seeking a Procurement Manager on a 1-year contract based in Jakarta Selatan, to lead strategic sourcing, commercial management, and project procurement for EPC projects in Indonesia. The role requires deep experience in procurement, contract negotiations, and supplier management across renewable energy sectors.

You will collaborate with project development, engineering, asset management, and operations teams to drive cost optimization, risk mitigation, and value creation while