Senior Procurement Manager

ENERTRAG South Africa (Pty) Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking a Snr Procurement Manager in Cape Town. The role involves managing procurement of infrastructure for large-scale projects. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in contract processes and a strong understanding of local market conditions. Full-time and part-time options available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in procurement of construction or infrastructure works.
• Proven track record in managing tender and contract processes.
• Familiarity with permitting and local market conditions.
• Sound knowledge of FIDIC / NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for infrastructure scopes.
• Lead multi-stage tender processes from RfQ to contract award.
• Draft and negotiate infrastructure and long-term service contracts.
• Identify and manage commercial risks related to performance and timelines.
• Build and manage a qualified supplier base.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communicative Skills

Problem solving skills

Coordination skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

ENERTRAG is expanding its activities in South Africa and is preparing for the execution of large‑scale renewable energy projects. This includes significant main equipment, civil, electrical and grid infrastructure procurement. We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead and manage these complex commercial and contractual processes in close cooperation with local engineering teams, and our global procurement team. The Snr Procurement Manager will lead all aspects of BOP / BOS and Grid infrastructure procurement on behalf of ENERTRAG South Africa, and will support global colleagues in the procurement of main equipment (Wind Turbine Generator, PV Module, Inverter, BESS, electrolysers etc).

Primary Tasks

• Strategic Procurement & Tendering

  Develop and implement procurement strategies for infrastructure scopes (Civil and Electrical Balance of Plant, EPC packages, substations, roads, foundations, grid connections).

  Lead multi‑stage tender processes from RfQ to contract award, including bid evaluations, negotiation, and contract finalisation.

  Coordinate closely with local engineering, PMO, construction and development teams, as well as the central procurement team at ENERTRAG HQ.

• Contract Management & Risk Mitigation

  Draft and negotiate infrastructure and long‑term service contracts based on international standards (e.g. FIDIC, NEC) or ENERTRAG Heads of Terms.

  Identify and manage commercial risks related to performance, timelines, permitting, site conditions, and grid connection.

  Contribute to investment gate decisions (FID, RtB) by ensuring contractual and commercial readiness.

• Supplier Development & Governance

  Build and manage a qualified supplier base, considering local market realities, B‑BEE requirements, and compliance with ENERTRAG policies.

  Ensure adherence to governance structures, including the Supplier Code of Conduct, documentation standards, and risk escalation protocols.

  Participate in supplier performance reviews and contribute to the implementation of procurement tools and reporting systems.

Qualifications

• Field of Study: Degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
• Type of Training: Minimum 8 years of professional experience in procurement of construction or infrastructure works; at least 3 years in the South African market.
• Relevant Professional Experience: Proven track record in managing tender and contract processes (EPC, CBoP, EBoP); familiarity with permitting and local market conditions.
• Additional qualification(s)/certificates: Sound knowledge of FIDIC / NEC contracts and international procurement standards.
• Experience: Extensive knowledge and understanding of BOP / BOS and Grid Infrastructure Procurement.
• Experience and understanding of main Equipment Procurement.
• Sustainability and Compliance.
• IT Knowledge (systems, software, ...).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Power Point, Word).

Additional Information

• Personal Competencies
• Communicative Skills
• Coordination skills
• Negotiationskills
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Foreign Language Skills
• Business fluent in English, another South African official language and German are a plus.

All positions are open to both full‑time and part‑time work. Just let us know what suits you best – we look forward to hearing from you.

What counts for us are your skills and motivation - not age, disability, gender, origin, skin color, sexual orientation or religion.