Full-Time
Project Procurement Expert
Posted on 4/10/2024
Energy storage solutions for sustainable grid
Mid, Senior
London, UK
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain and/or Procurement or a related field such as Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in procurement and contract negotiation in Electrical and Civil installation and in HV and MV equipment for substations
- 3+ years of experience in project management in the same or similar industry
- Familiar with business law and procurement practices in the UK and the European Union
- Preferably at least 5 years work experience with contract management with UK/EU companies
- Understanding of practices of project management for Installation projects
- Experience in applying organizational standards when developing requests for proposals/quotes, negotiating terms, and drafting contracts
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated ability working in a matrixed and global organization
- Ability to organize, manage processes, set deadlines, and follow up to ensure schedules are met
- Ability to act as a liaison between various teams and divisions in the company
- Strong Project Team player with demonstrated experience in working effectively within their own organization and cross-functionally
- Ability to work independently
- Problem solving, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Ability to process information and manage multiple conflicting priorities to drive to successful outcome
- Flexible and versatile to provide on-demand support in quick reaction and immediate demand situations
- Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Required travel: 30%
- Knowledge of ERP Netsuite will be an advantage
- Project Procurement activities in large-scale and construction projects in project teams
- Sourcing plans development together with the team per project
- Prepare and issue RFIs RFQs
- Read, interpret and implement established contracts per project
- Analyze and compare quotes
- Registration and evaluation of suppliers
- Evaluate and negotiate in a team and recommend awards of the scope
- Daily contact with Order Entry Colleagues, inform and provide all necessary information, documents for ordering process
- Reporting
- Maintain and upload procurement files
Fluence, a global leader in energy storage, is a compelling place to work, as it stands at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions. The company's development of an integrated ecosystem of products and services, including AI-enabled SaaS through the Fluence IQ Platform, enables employees to engage directly with cutting-edge technologies that enhance the resilience and sustainability of the electric grid. Fluence's dedication to rapid and cost-effective deployment of its Technology Stack further highlights its role in advancing global renewable energy infrastructure.
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$250M
Headquarters
Arlington, Virginia
Founded
2018