Procurement Specialist

ContourGlobal is an established Independent Power Producer developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation assets worldwide. The company currently manages more than 6.2 GW of installed capacity across different generation technologies in 18 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America. With a current share of renewables capacity of 27%, the company has committed to speed up the decarbonization of its portfolio with a sustainable transition of its thermal fleet, the repowering of existing renewable assets and the organic development of new renewable projects. ContourGlobal, a KKR company since 2022, has a track record of almost 20 years of experience in partnering with communities, institutions, and customers that benefit from its power supply through long-term contracts or innovative PPAs, coupled with energy management solutions.

POSITION SCOPE

ContourGlobal is actively seeking a proactive and innovative professional to fill the role of Procurement Specialist within our organization. He / She is responsible for the timely and accurate procurement of goods or services within a specific scope. This role involves PR creation, PO creation, Supplier identification, Cross regional purchase aggregation, managing supplier negotiations, onboarding, contracting and maintaining overall supplier relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Procurement of Goods or Services:
   • Manage the procurement process for goods or services within a pre-defined scope, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency and compliance with Company’s policies.
2. Identification of New Suppliers and Opportunities:
   • Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers to expand the Company's supplier database.
   • Explore new opportunities for cost savings, innovation and improved quality.
   • Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends and emerging suppliers.
3. Supplier and Contract Management:
   • Conduct supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms.
   • Manage supplier onboarding and ensure all compliance and regulatory requirements are met.
   • Handle contracting processes, ensuring all agreements are thoroughly reviewed and executed.
   • Foster and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, addressing any issues that may arise.

4. Logistics Management:
   • Manage inventory levels by tracking stock, conducting stock checks, and identifying potential stock shortages.
   • Coordinate transportation and logistics arrangements for goods, including domestic and international shipments.
   • Oversee warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and distributing goods.
   • Manage customs clearance procedures for imported goods.
   • Maintain accurate records of all procurement and logistics activities, including documentation and data entry.
5. Perform other duties as required by line manager.

                 Actively collaborates with other departments to ensure that procurement activities are aligned with the Company's overall strategy. Adopts and implements

                 internal rules and procedures strictly and in good faith

         QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Procurement experience of diverse range of goods and services. Very good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools is considered as advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Fluent English and local language are required.

 Commit to lead with our values

• Commitment to CG values as expressed in the Essential Information, Business Ethics and Code of Conduct. Model the values in any interaction internally and externally
• Prioritizing health and Safety
• Embracing Timeliness and Transparency
• Model the 3Cs – Communication, Collaboration and Coordination
• Enabling excellence and embracing Failure analysis in continuous learning and improvement environment including using Root Cause Analysis tools such as, but not limited to, 5-Whys

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of the society we live in and markets we operate.