Project Procurement Business Partner

Overview

Renewable Energy Talent Expert ️ | Market Insights | C-Level Executives | Tailoring honest strategies to help people find what they need

Responsibilities

Planning & Strategy

Take ownership of procurement activities across the project lifecycle - from early-stage support through delivery. Define and update strategies for sourcing, supplier integration, and risk management. Proactively identify risks (commercial, technical, legal, logistics) and manage mitigation plans.

Execution & Delivery

Lead full-cycle procurement : request, tender, negotiation, contract, and delivery. Monitor suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers to secure timelines and costs. Ensure >

95% delivery reliability for critical packages.

Supplier & Market Development

Build and maintain a localized supplier pool across construction, equipment, and services. Source, qualify, and onboard new suppliers that meet technical and compliance standards. Lead performance evaluations and drive continuous improvement across the supply base.

Collaboration & Governance

Serve as the point of contact for procurement with project management, technical, legal, cost, and quality functions. Guide teams operating under delegated procurement authority to ensure alignment with process and compliance standards. Capture lessons learned and feed back into group-wide process optimization.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Degree in engineering, supply chain, or international business. 5+ years' experience in procurement / supply chain for large infrastructure projects. At least 2 years working with overseas projects, ideally in South America (e.g., Chile, Colombia, Brazil). Proven track record of managing complex procurement packages end-to-end.

Skills & Knowledge

Strong command of procurement principles and supplier management. Familiarity with contracts, claims, and risk allocation in international project settings. Understanding of construction cost structures and ability to analyze procurement data. Awareness of regional regulations, taxation, and cultural business practices.

Languages

English at professional working level. Spanish or Portuguese highly valued.

Personal Attributes

Cross-cultural communicator with strong organizational and negotiation skills. Ethical, resilient, and solution-focused. Comfortable balancing global standards with local realities.

Details

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Supply Chain

Industries

Electric Power Generation

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