Procurement & Logistics Manager

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Procurement & Logistics Manager in Tunis, Tunisia to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Procurement & Logistics Manager you will be responsible for providing a procurement and logistics management service to the relevant business unit through frequent reporting and ensuring that goods are delivered on time, within budget and compliant with procurement policies and within the expected quality requirements. Including contracts administration of the various supply, services and construction contracts and where necessary offer input into the relevant Head EPC Contract administration.

Main responsibilities 

      Operating System

• Follow the guidelines and prescribed structures as outlined by the operating system
• Provide continuous input towards improvement and optimization of the operating system
• Successfully implement the operating system throughout the structuring and execution phase of the Project
• Understand how the Supply Chain business unit fits into the wider organization

Structuring Phase of projects

• Manage all assigned Procurement and Logistics team members within the designated project
• Ensure that all supply chain related risks are identified during the structuring phase, timeously communicated to Project Manager and incorporated into the project risk register for tracking and mitigation
• Prepare and issue logistics advice to the project
• Responsible for all project RFP's, evaluations, recommendations, and final procurement strategy
• Support negotiations with Suppliers and Contractors and prepare final draft contracts in coordination with the legal team
• Assist the project manager and cost control to incorporate the project estimate into the controlling tool
• Compile and manage the Procurement Package Plan
• Ensure that the correct contract templates are loaded, reviewed and applicable for use during RFP's
• Establish and maintain the project shipping register once contracts are in place and before shipments commence
• Identify project site roles and recruit the required resources in line with the execution
• requirements of the project

Delivery/execution phase

• Ensure that all contracts are signed, filed, and distributed to relevant parties
• Ensure that all contracts are managed according to the agreed provisions
• Efficient management of resources ensuring deliverables are achieved on time
• Ensure that the milestone project documentation is obtained, shared on the document management system and communicated to Project Team
• Advise the Project Manager of potential contract breaches and manage assigned project risks
• Prepare and implement contract variations to Suppliers timeously and ensure receipt of variations is acknowledged/agreed upon
• Ensure that all procurement packages are managed within contract budget and ensure that contracts are closed out at end of project
• Advise Projects and Operations team on appropriate training to Operation & Maintenance team by equipment by Suppliers
• Ensure that all spare parts are ordered and delivered in accordance with the EPC spare parts list
• Ensure that warranty register is handed over to Asset Management team
• Compile lessons learned report and submit to Project Manager
• Manage warranty claims on defective products with Suppliers
• Report on a bi‐weekly basis to the Project Manager on production, shipment, and delivery status
• Manage of supplier documentation to support EPC milestone claims

Procurement Compliance

• Implement procurement policy and procedure for the respective countries
• Manage the training and follow up of relevant O&M personnel for the implementation of the procurement policy and procedure
• Conduct the audit of the implementation of procurement policy and procedure
• Ensure the implementation of local content and economic development commitments under procurement
• Ensure electronic filing is kept up to date

Strategic procurement

• Responsible for procurement of assets including spare parts
• Request proposals, evaluate, negotiate, conclude, and contract service agreements and supply accounts
• Manage the warranty claims on behalf of EPC
• Report on monthly basis to project company board
• Manage logistics to support delivery of assets to site

Local Project Supply Chain Team Leader

• Strong ability to lead a local team of supply chain resources for the project
• High degree of discipline and drive to execute tasks on time and with highest levels of quality
• Set example and implement strong business ethics and assure corporate compliance and ethics are adhered to at all time
• Represent and uphold the Scatec brand in the local Country.
• Strong ability to strategically lead and establish a project supply chain function and endorse such strategy within the wider Scatec team and position the administration to align to such strategy.

Qualifications and competencies 

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or Engineering + master of Business Administration
• 8+ years' experience in Supply Chain management on related Projects including 2+ years' experience in a managerial position 
• Excellent knowledge in Excel, MSWord, and PowerPoint
• Good understanding of accounting systems like SAP / D365
• Knowledge and experience in Wind Projects, Wind related Contracts, indemnity

Ideal:

• Legal , Financial or Quantity Surveying qualification
• 3+ years' experience in renewable energy construction projects
• Wind experience (execution exposure) is a must have. 

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees' terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. 

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.