Procurement Contract Manager

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, the SSE Renewables (SSER) business continues to be at the forefront of our growth plans, and our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. 

As we expand our Renewables business internationally, we are seeking a Procurement Contract Manager to help us build our expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in a similar role, and broad knowledge of the Southern European renewable energy market to join our team and help us achieve our net zero ambitions.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Madrid, Spain

Salary: €Competitive depending on skills and experience + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First available

This is an exciting role within our European business and will play a vital part in our Net Zero commitment and ambitious growth strategy, come and help us Power Change in Europe!

As a Procurement Contract Manager in the SSE Renewables Southern European Business, you will undertake a strategic role managing procurement and pre & post contract commercial activities relevant to the Renewables business area. You will demonstrate value leadership, customer service and innovation to support the vision in becoming a world class provider of Procurement and Contract management services and embed a consistent approach to reduce the total cost of ownership.

Reporting to the Procurement & Commercial Manager, the Procurement Contract Manager will support to deliver strategies and contracts, providing robust post contract commercial management which will support business unit’s goals and objectives.

You will take key responsibility for: 

- Developing strong commercial and contracting strategies, then executing end to end procurement activities for essential works/services to meet the diverse needs of our Renewables business, whilst complying with Procurement and Commercial policies and procedures. This includes covering all commercial, business and legal project risks in contracts and negotiating terms and conditions, to ensure ongoing value for money throughout the lifetime of the contract.

- Oversee and manage tenders for the construction of renewable energy projects both equipment and services (Wind Turbines, solar and battery storage equipment, BOP/BOS, substations, high voltage lines, electrical equipment, engineering services…)

- Delivering all pre and post contract commercial activities including preparation of cost estimates, value engineering, negotiating/agreeing contract change and ensuring that the core principles of Commercial Management are being implemented. Whilst fully understanding the commercial impact of all decisions and delivery projects within approved budget authorisations.

- Developing robust pricing assumptions and delivering on commercially led solutions, to provide enhanced business case opportunities for the Renewables Business.

- Developing and nurturing key supplier relationships and engaging regularly with wider Procurement and Commercial Teams to ensure a strategic approach is investigated and all group leverage maximised.

- Post-contract commercial management including contract management, claims management and management of key supplier relationships.

What do I need?

To succeed in this role, the following qualities and experiences are essential:

We would love you to have an excellent understanding of the Southern European renewable’s energy market and relevant supply chains, with particular emphasis on Spain, Italy, France and Greece.

You will bring experience of developing, procuring and delivering projects, ideally within the renewables, energy or other relevant sector working on large scale, complex programmes.

We would also love you to have:

- Bachelors in engineering or equivalent qualification.

- Previous experience in a similar role where you were responsible for procuring, negotiating and managing contracts and associated risks, as well as managing suppliers and sub-contractors. Ideally you will also have experience of estimating, cost and budget management, and contract administration.

- Experience with main suppliers for the construction of wind farms, photovoltaic plants, electrical infrastructures such as substations and high/medium voltage lines as well as battery storage projects.

- Detailed understanding of commercial value drivers within a large and complex business.

- Robust professional skills including data interpretation, contract drafting, and strategic planning.

Language Skills

- Fluent in Spanish and English is required. 

- Highly valuable other European language (Italian or French desirable).

About our Business

Our Procurement and Commercial team are responsible for providing a range of commercial services across the business.  We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What happens now?

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online and with an English CV, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kimberlee on Kimberlee.Anderson@sse.com / +44 (0)1738 341523.

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