Project Procurement Manager

For our client we are looking to recruit a Project procurement Manager.

The company has been helping their customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable for decades. With their operations in numerous countries, they serve customers across a wide range of industries from food and beverage to medical, energy and transportation. They supply a unique portfolio of gases, equipment and services.

They are looking for a project Procurement Manager to join their team based in Dortmund, Germany. You would be reporting to the EMEA Procurement & Contracts Director. This position manages supplier relationships to ensure alignment with project strategy and goals. This position challenges technical specifications, commercial practices, operating practices, and business processes with a focus on driving cost-effective solutions. Strong planning, project management, cost control, sourcing, communication, and negotiating skills are required.

Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Handle equipment and services procurement processes in assigned Capital Projects
- Oversight of Vendor purchasing as part of reimbursable scope management
- Prepare and issue inquiries, requisitions, and purchase orders according to the project schedule
- Participate in the development of Project Procurement Strategy that is aligned with overall Project Execution Strategy
- Compile and maintain Project Material Registry to plan and track equipment and material status
- Author Bid Tab evaluations and Sole Source justifications
- Run and analyze material status reports and communicate risks and problem areas to Project Procurement Manager on a regular basis
- Collaborate closely with Expeditors, Inspection Leads, and Project Logistics
- Lead timely resolution of raised supplier issues
- Manage warranty claims, back-charges, and liquidated damages
- Work with cross-functional team to manage supplier qualification status and performance

Critical Proficiencies
- Experience in issuance and leading execution of requisitions/purchase orders for material, equipment, and services
- Strong project management and planning skills
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiating skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and work with internal and external customers
- Strong influencing, communication, and facilitative skills
- Ability to bring teams together to resolve issues and achieve targets and goals
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing strategies and procurement work processes and solutions
- Sense of ownership and vitality

Requested
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher, in Engineering or Business Management or equivalent job experience
- Experience in Procurement, Technical, Engineering, Commercial or Project environment
- Accreditation from Supply Chain industry organization (i.e. MCIPS, CPSM)
- Knowledge of commercial purchasing procedures and practice, including aspects of negotiation and contract law
- Familiar with SAP and SmartPlant
- Good command of the English language.
- German speaker is a preference


We (TRS and our client) are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.