Sourcing and Procurement Specialist, UK

Would you like a challenging career with a high degree of development and responsibilities in a green company with rapid growth? Does it motivate you to be on the frontline of the renewable energy business? Would you like to build utility-scale solar PV projects? Then come and join us!

European Energy is a green energy company experiencing exponential growth. We develop, construct, and operate wind and solar PV projects globally and are at the forefront of the emerging green hydrogen/Power-to-X sectors. Our core values are the foundation of everything we do: In it together, Trust and Courage, Ambition, Excitement, Inclusion, and Agility.

Your New Team
As our new Sourcing & Procurement Specialist you will be a part of European Energy UK Limited, consisting of 20+ colleagues working principally from our office in Glasgow. You will work closely with our Sourcing & Procurement team, part of European Energy’s EPC department. We work with professional suppliers, partners, and sub-contractors for the completion of our sites.

We are a committed and motivated team where knowledge sharing, trust, and open dialogues describe the very core of our collaboration. Our project pipeline in the UK is in rapid growth, and you will be hands-on in many technical, organisational, and commercial aspects with the opportunity to develop professionally and take on more responsibility over time.

Your New Role
As our new Sourcing & Procurement Specialist you will help deliver utility-scale solar (PV) projects in the UK. In due course, we also expect the delivery of energy storage, onshore wind, and Power-to-X projects to form part of the UK portfolio.

You will see yourself in an environment with many interesting tasks. You are well organized and have solid interpersonal skills to engage with local suppliers, sub-contractors and in-house departments.

Areas of Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic sourcing initiatives
• Identify prospective new suppliers and contractors to widen the pool of resources available
• Conduct pre-qualification exercises to filter shortlists based on set quality standards and performance criteria
• Coordinate within the EPC department to issue new invitations to tender to pre qualified suppliers and contractors
• Generate purchase orders based on requisitions, and contracts and ensure timely issuance to vendors
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, track production and delivery schedules
• Maintain procurement records and documentation, including contracts, agreements, and vendor information
• During contracting stages help to compile appendices, ensure key contractual terms are applied and undertake quality reviews
• Support the Project Manager with the application of key contractual terms, helping to resolve procurement issues or conflicts arising
• Support the construction team with the procurement tasks required to meet Principle Contractor duties under the CDM regualtions
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to optimize procurement operations and enhance efficiency.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's/master's degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain coordination roles including relevant ERP software
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with procurement regulations and contracting forms commonly used in the industry (e.g. Fidic Silver book, NEC4, JCT)
• You are fluent in English, both verbally and in writing
• You are willing to travel to meet suppliers and contractors as required, with occasional travel to our head office in Denmark
• You have a proactive and diligent approach
• You can work remotely & independently and be self-motivated within a supportive & collaborative company
• You are a creative problem solver

We Offer

• We promote a collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture where you can grow, develop, and contribute to a profitable, growing, and successful global group
• We have an entrepreneurial and agile approach to our work. In daily life, it means it is not far from thought to action, and when you are given a mandate, we trust in your abilities
• We have a shared vision for the green transition, and what we do as a company, we do together.
• We organize social events, network opportunities, and annual company trips for all colleagues globally, where we connect and promote an engaged and vibrant workplace together
• We offer remote work options and flexible working hours

European Energy Group– The Power of Tomorrow, Today
European Energy is an international company founded in 2004 with headquarter in Copenhagen. We develop, design, finance, construct, operate, and sell wind- and solar farms on land and off-shore globally. As part of this, we are also very active in M&A activities across the full value chain. Further, we work with developing future energy solutions, e.g. Power-to-X, CO2 emission, and battery storage.

We now have more than 840 employees with 41 nationalities represented in 23 countries, and we are growing rapidly in both Copenhagen and across our global offices. We all work for our common goal to be the most innovative partner within the green transition and to create The Power of Tomorrow, Today.

Our working environment is built on mutual respect for the varied strengths and talents of our employees, with a flat hierarchy and entrepreneurial thinking at its foundation. Our employees value our flexible working culture, permitting better reconciliation of work and personal life. We are a team, whether it is in the workplace, on our company trips, on social events, or during our weekly company training sessions. At European Energy, you will not only gain great colleagues but also new friends from every corner of the globe.

Location: Glasgow, UK and/or remotely

Reporting to: Nick Badcock, Construction Director, European Energy UK

Application: Please be aware that European Energy does not receive applications via e-mail or LinkedIn messages. To be considered for a job, we kindly ask you to upload your CV directly via the "apply" button on the right.

Deadline: We evaluate applications continuously, and we will close the job ad when we have found the right candidate, so please send your application as soon as possible.

More information: Please contact Nicholas Badcock [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your application!

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Lokation: Glasgow, UK