EPC Procurement Manager

Noa Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking a Procurement Manager based in Cape Town. The role involves overseeing the procurement of EPC contractors for renewable energy projects, including Solar PV, Wind, and Battery Energy Storage. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in procurement, ideally within the power generation industry, and a relevant Bachelor's degree. Strong negotiation and stakeholder coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience as a Procurement Manager in the power generation industry.
• Over 3 years site experience in procurement or related activities.
• Ability to analyze market trends and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement for Solar PV, Wind, or Battery Energy Storage projects.
• Develop plans for EPC contractor procurement from needs analysis to contract signature.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Coordination

Market Analysis

Project Management Software

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Oversee and manage all aspects of the EPC Procurement for a Renewable Energy Project, Solar PV, Wind
or Battery Energy Storage.

To oversee the process of procurement of an EPC Contractor for a Solar PV, Wind or Battery Energy
Storage Plant in NOA. The aim is to ensure value for money and compliance with policies and regulations.

This involves strategic sourcing, negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship
management. Work to identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance to
ensure the organization has the resources it needs to operate effectively.

Coordinate the activities of all stakeholders to ensure the Request for Proposals contains all the relevant
information required by internal stakeholders. This includes Engineering, Construction, Legal, Sustainability
Operations and Maintenance, among others.

This position reports directly to Head of Engineering and Procurement

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

EPC Procurement Project Process

• Develop a plan that illustrates the key activities in the procurement of EPC contractors from needs analysis until contract signature – update plan as required and share with all relevant internal stakeholders
• Coordinate and manage the RFP internal kick-off meeting
• Coordinate and manage the RFP process and all documents associated from the various internal stakeholders
• Ensure that the evaluation criteria is clear, transparent, ethical and has input from all relevant stakeholders
• Work closely with the project engineer to ensure that all technical specifications and requirements are fully captured in the RFP
• Manage the clarification process with potential contractors
• Lead the tender adjudication process – do the commercial comparisons
• Work closely with the project engineer to ensure technical adjudication is complete
• Shortlist preferred contractors
• Coordinate the contract negotiations until contract signature
• Document any lessons learnt throughout this process, by getting internal input.
• Share the lessons learnt across the business

Sourcing

• Actively Engage with potential suppliers or contractors
• Build a database of all potential suppliers
• Develop and implement criteria for all qualifying suppliers/contractors to participate in an RFP for EPC Procurement
• Ensure internal stakeholders are consulted when determining the shortlist

Supplier Relationship Management

• Lead the relationship management activities with suppliers/contractors
• Ensure that NOA meets them on a regular basis and they are aware of new projects and NOA pipeline that can be shared
• Ensure that the relevant stakeholders are part of these internal discussions

Documentation and Handover

• Create and maintain an internal repository for all procurement related activities
• Ensure documents are appropriately filled and can be easily accessed
• Ensure all correspondence between suppliers/contractors are recorded and filled accordingly
• After the EPC contracts are signed, ensure that all the relevant information is handed over to the Construction Division for Execution
• Remain available for any clarifications required

• Develop and maintain price database for use and reference within the company

Reporting

• Develop the EPC Contract Schedule Tracker
• Weekly reporting (can be verbal) to relevant stakeholders
• Report to the NOA Investment Committee if required
• Communicating risk with the project stakeholders at its earliest stage to enable the project team to manage the risk effectively before the impact and probability of the risk escalates.

Other

• Lead Procurement process for design/engineering consultants
• Collaborate closely with NOA Group Technical Advisor and Project engineer for input

• Monitor supplier performance – feedback from Construction and Engineering that will feed into the next EPC Procurement Process

POSITION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Minimum qualification (s) required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Minimum experience required

• 5-10 years’ experience as a Procurement Manager in the power generation industry, with preferably the renewable energy industry

• Over 3 years site experience in procurement or related activities

Industry knowledge, technical competence and skills

• Ability to negotiate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to analyze market trends and supplier performance
• Proficiency in other project management software tools
• Legislation, Policies, Procedures and Standards

• Project Management

Behavioural Competencies / Performance Drivers

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Communication and Consultation
• Conflict and Crisis Management
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
• Flexible, with positive attitude and ability to work well as part of a team
• Methodical and analytical
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to make decisions
• Ability to build and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders
• This position does require travel

Please note that preference will be given to candidates in line with NOA’s diversity and inclusion policies.