Procurement Specialist

1 day ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom RWE AG Full time

Procurement Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team at RWE AG in the UK. This role will be responsible for managing all procurement aspects of projects in fields such as H2, CCUS, and Battery Storage.

The successful candidate will enjoy large amounts of flexibility with travel requirements varying according to project needs. We are open to considering candidates from throughout the UK and offer a Home Based contract.

About the Role:

  • Optimise supply chain measures for worldwide and innovative projects in development, construction, and/or operational phases.
  • Develop and execute sourcing, assessment, negotiation, and contract execution strategies and terms and conditions to suit project activities.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive understanding/knowledge of supply chain in identified market sectors.
  • Lead complex negotiations with external suppliers and represent RWE when meeting/negotiating with senior internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure commercial project issues are addressed in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements:

  • MCIPS (or working towards), alternatively a relevant business or engineering degree is desirable.
  • Significant experience in construction/infrastructure or complex procurement projects.
  • Proven capability/skills in CAPEX & OPEX negotiations.
  • Highly motivated and possess strong interpersonal skills; capable of operating to tight timescales with minimal guidance and effective communication at all levels.
  • Business fluent in English.

What We Offer:

  • An estimated salary of up to £75,000 per annum dependent on experience.
  • An annual bonus opportunity of up to 15% of your salary.
  • A personal retirement savings plan – if you put in 5%, we will top up by a further 10% and you will get life assurance worth 4 x annual salary.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro-rata.
  • Company Paid Private Medical Insurance for you and your family.
  • Free access to our on-site gym facilities and classes.
  • Subsidised canteen facilities.
  • One free professional membership subscription.
  • Access to flexible benefits such as Critical Illness, Dental Plan, Health Cash Plan, Share Incentive Plan, Cycle2Work, Electric Car Lease Scheme, Buy Additional Annual Leave and retail savings scheme.
  • Occupational Health support services for your wellbeing.
  • Access to our employee assistance programme in times of need.
  • Up to 2 days volunteering a year.
  • Flexible working time arrangements through hybrid working within the framework of operational possibilities.

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