Senior Buyer (London – Hybrid)

About Us

ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy supply and services. We have been active in the UK energy market for over 20 years, focusing on energy storage and renewable energy (solar, wind, biogas), while supplying energy to organisations of all sizes.

We are reshaping the energy future by reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet. We are looking for individuals committed to helping turn our vision into reality.

Purpose of role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Buyer to join our dynamic procurement team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in executing high value construction contracts using recognised forms such as FIDIC or NEC.

This is a hybrid role ideally assigned to our London office, where the successful candidate would be based two days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with Business Development and Operational leads to define the procurement strategy underpinning the company objectives, ensuring timely delivery of the equipment and works.
• Execute and manage high value construction contracts using recognised forms such as FIDIC or NEC.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitor performance, and resolve any issues that arise.
• Negotiate contracts to secure the best terms.
• Monitor market trends and identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal departments to manage and forecast demand, inventory levels and lead times in line with any operational or constructional deadlines.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations. Analyse purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency.
• Ensure and manage the environmental impacts of our procurement activities are kept to a minimum and ensure all our Waste obligations are met.
• Prepare and present regular reports on procurement activities, supplier performance, and project status

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in a purchasing or procurement role (ideally construction or industrial).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• CIPS accredited or willingness to work towards CIPS on commencement of role. 

Why ENGIE UK?

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of energy supply.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Hybrid working options.
• Bonus programme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Commitment to professional development and growth.

How to Apply

At ENGIE UK, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Even if you do not meet all the requirements listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences could be just what we need.

To apply, please submit your CV detailing your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

As the Project Sourcing Manager, you will have to support and implement regional project sourcing strategy, process and objectives for all Malaysia's asset-based projects, to progressively set up country level sourcing team. You will also support the operation procurement activities through project life cycle. 

Reporting to the Head of Project Sourcing (SEA), you will be part of the procurement team and regional technical office and will be based in Malaysia. You will work closely with Business Development team, Engineering team, Project Management team, Automation and Digitalization team, Assets Performance Management team, Operation team, Finance team and Legal team.

Responsibilities 

• Lead country-level sourcing and pre-qualification on key suppliers and seek synergies with South East Asia region on strategic suppliers

• Work closely with the engineering team to understand projects specifics and assess Project Capex accordingly - manage and validate quantity take-off and estimation as design information during feasibility study and design stage.

• Support internal stakeholders from development to construction to operation in regards to vendors / contractors relationship.

• Lead and manage Project Sourcing Process including prepare RFP/tender, evaluate RFP/RFQ for key direct suppliers and contractors, perform total cost of ownership analysis and evaluate RFP/tender submission and selection, issue letter of appointments, coordinate alignment with internal functional departments, tender memo for approval until contract signing.

• Manage country Capex and Opex vendor/technical database, benchmark and dashboards.

• Apply database for data analysis, Power BI dashboard and visualization for decision making.

• Develop and optimize Capex/RFP/Database tools and workflows with SEA engineering team.Support operation and maintenance team for supplier engagement and comprehensive solution.

• Perform the training and organize knowledge sharing technical workshop with Malaysia team.

• Apply the governance and implement suitable organisational procedures.

• Guaranty all Group rules and policies are correctly applied throughout the procurement/supply process.

  Steer the “Procure to Receive” process to drive efficiency and reduce non-complianc

• Manage operational procurement process including vendor management and PO issuance.

• Monitor the quality of the purchasing process by reviewing purchase channels, pricing, and non-compliance.

• Provide input to category management by identifying opportunity areas such as standardization, supplier enablement, changes in purchasing processes, etc.

• Identify possible synergies and share best practice. 

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering/Procurement/Supply Chain or equivalent 
• At least 8 years experience in project sourcing, quantity surveying and/or project management 
• Experience in Cooling Systems, On-Site Utility and Solar Project preferred
• Certified Procurement Professional or MRICS will be an advantage 
• Goal getting, driven, committed, with strong planning and execution capabilities
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels while maintaining string ethics and professionalism.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills 
   

What You Can Expect

As a Senior Operational Buyer, you play a crucial role in supporting the Procurement activities for the Operations & Maintenance of Renewables, Flexible Generation, and Energy Solutions Global Business Units in ENGIE North America. You will be proactively managing supply chain risks, delivering performance through cost optimization, and reinforcing procurement governance and policies.

Develop, manage, and document Request for Proposals (RFPs) and recommendations for awarding suppliers

Develop and negotiate procurement agreements in collaboration with legal and business teams

Ensure compliance with contracts, mitigate risks, and manage changes

Manage open Purchase Orders and associated deliveries with suppliers

Implement procurement project management plans and strategies

Identify requirements in collaboration with Business Lines and Category Leaders

Define negotiating tactics and work with Operational Teams, Business Stakeholders, and Category Leaders

Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective action plans when necessary

Coordinate procurement and sourcing for materials and equipment required for operations and maintenance

Execute and lead requests for quotes, generate recommendations for awards, and provide bid deviation justifications

Manage relationships with critical suppliers and handle major escalations

Ensure supplier fulfillment of contractual obligations, monitor disputes, and measure supplier performance

Manage supplier invoicing and payment issues as they arise

Provide reliable and comprehensive reporting and feedback

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in which you completed courses in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or other related disciplines

Minimum 5 years of proven experience in Procurement

Strong knowledge of sourcing through category management, procurement processes, and tools

Strong relationship management skills and ability to communicate effectively and collaborate, team player

Experience with procurement tools such as SAP, Ariba, Coupa

Experience working in multi-regions of North America, particularly in building, installing and maintaining renewable assets (solar, wind, battery storage)

Advanced skills in Excel, Access, Power Pivots, and Microsoft Project

Ability to travel as needed

Strong relationship management skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior management

Additional Details

This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy

Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $74,500 – $114,195 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We value internal mobility and will offer sponsorship for this role to internal candidates only.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

Our Group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 96.000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerating the transition to a carbon neutral economy through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions.

We are currently looking for a PROJECT PROCUREMENT MANAGER  for our headquarters in Madrid.

Mission: As project buyer you will be working in an interdisciplinary environment where you establish purchase documents in relation with operations and functional entities. The role implies frequent contact with local and international suppliers. Your position position is a key function to manage the supply chain resilience ensuring the projects portfolio execution in cost and term.

Functions

- Respect and ensure H&S company rules, procedures, instructions and applicable legislation, areduly applied and communicated to suppliers.

- Ensure compliance of the purchasing process with ENGIE´s rules, E&C, and CSR requirements.

- Define and execute the project procurement schedule together with project managers ensuring an efficient and effective procurement process.

- Ensure robust RFQ´s processes.

- Negotiate quotations provided by the contractor/vendor in the best interest, using the available techniques, such as market info, reference price, cost model, should cost, target price, statistical info and market index.

- Ensure that every stage of the procurement process (purchase request, RFI, RFQ, qualifications, waivers, negotiation, technical and commercial evaluation, recommendation to award,applicable conditions, purchase order) process are performed correctly

- Ensure together with the expeditor the correct delivery of the order and supplies.

Minimum requirements

- Minimal 5 years of professional experience in procurement of major industrial projects like wind and pv power plant, CCGT´s, oil & gas , or similar

- University degree in technical discipline.

Competencies required for the job position

- General understanding of the energy sector.

- Problem solving approach.

- Planning and strict monitoring of work plans.

- Initiative and proactivity.

- Flexibility and high responsiveness to change.

- Team player.

ENGIE is the answer if...

- You are looking for a solid professional project with professional projection.

- You value being part of the first independent energy group in the world.

- You want to grow and develop within a dynamic and challenging company.

- If you consider that your work, together with the efforts of the people who are part of the company, can and should have a positive impact on the environment.

If you want to be part of an international group, able to offer a wide variety of jobs in a dynamic and promising sector, we are waiting for you!

#LI-DNI

Welkom bij ENGIE, leider in de energietransitie! Elke dag ontwikkelen we energie-efficiënte oplossingen en bouwen we aan een koolstofneutrale toekomst! De verlenging van onze nucleaire activiteiten in België opent de deur naar ambitieuze projecten en vertegenwoordigt een grote nationale uitdaging. We zijn op zoek naar de beste talenten om hieraan bij te dragen.

Ben jij klaar voor een uitdagende rol als Expert Buyer in de dynamische wereld van de energietransitie? Dan ben jij misschien diegene die we zoeken voor onze afdeling Purchasing & Warehousing BU Nuclear, het departement dat onze operationele en projectorganisatie ondersteunt.

Jouw belangrijkste uitdaging als Expert Buyer (Brussel met verplaatsingen naar Doel en Tihange)

Als Expert Buyer ben je verantwoordelijk voor het vaststellen van business behoeften en het identificeren van opportuniteiten. Je werkt intensief samen met de business en de collega's van het aankoopdepartement, op een efficiënte manier en volledig in overeenstemming met onze procurement governance.

In deze functie speel je een belangrijke rol als stakeholder in het project en streef je ernaar om, rekening houdend met onze bedrijfsbehoeften, de beste waarde te capteren uit de leveranciersmarkt en die te contracteren.

Je opereert in een snel evoluerende en veeleisende omgeving, waarbij de aankoopafdeling van ENGIE een cruciale rol speelt door toegevoegde waarde te leveren zowel op financieel als op operationeel vlak, inclusief het beheer van leveranciersrelaties, het beheer van de toeleveringsketen en het risicobeheer.

Je plaats van tewerkstelling is hoofdzakelijk Brussel met regelmatige verplaatsingen naar zowel de Kerncentrales Doel als Tihange.

Jouw dagelijkse werkzaamheden:

• Je definieert, stelt voor en/of implementeert aankoopstrategieën en actieplannen in samenwerking met de relevante stakeholders voor een capex- of opexproject, of voor een bepaalde aankoopcategorie
• Je leidt en coördineert een multifunctioneel team van stakeholders dat het aankoopproject zal uitvoeren.
• Je bereidt het aanbestedingsproces voor en leidt deze (waaronder potentiële leveranciers identificeren en evalueren, offertes evalueren, de onderhandelingsstrategie bepalen en de contractuele en commerciële onderhandelingen leiden).
• Je bereidt de nota’s aangaande de aankoopstrategie en aangaande de gunning voor en presenteert deze aan het relevante goedkeuringscomité.
• Je stelt de desbetreffende raamovereenkomsten of bestellingen op en communiceert met alle relevante belanghebbenden.
• Je beheert de raamovereenkomsten en volgt de leveranciers en de business op om volledige naleving te garanderen.
• Je organiseert en neemt deel aan leveranciersevaluaties en definieert actieplannen voor de leveranciers.
• Je bent bereid om de beste (industriële en aankoop) praktijken te implementeren met specifieke aandacht voor de ENGIE richtlijnen inzake HSE en CSR.

De ideale match

• Je hebt een masterdiploma, bij voorkeur in een technisch domein of gelijkwaardig door ervaring.

• Je hebt meerdere jaren ervaring in EPC en muti-EPC project procurement en category procurement.  

• Je hebt uitstekende onderhandelingsvaardigheden en bent vertrouwd met contractbeheer.

• Je bent innovatief en durft "out of the box" te denken; je kunt een strategie ontwikkelen en je ideeën vertalen naar concrete realisaties.

• Je bent flexibel in het werken in een steeds veranderende omgeving en creatief in het vinden van oplossingen.

• Je bent een resultaatgerichte teamspeler die samenwerking tussen mensen aanmoedigt.

• Je kan werken in een matrixstructuur.

• Je spreekt en schrijft vloeiend Nederlands, Engels en Frans en hebt goede presentatievaardigheden, zowel mondeling als schriftelijk.

• Je werkt voornamelijk vanuit Brussel en bent bereid je regelmatig te verplaatsen naar zowel de Kerncentrales Doel als Tihange.

Wij bieden jou 

• Een strategische rol binnen een bedrijf dat streeft naar een nul CO2-neutraliteit in 2045 én gendergelijkheid in alle managementteams tegen 2030. 

• Why Engie? 

• Een competitief salarispakket, met tal van extralegale voordelen: 

  • Een fiscaal geoptimaliseerd bonusplan 

  • Hospitalisatie – en medische kostenverzekering voor jou en je familieleden 

  • Een aantrekkelijk pensioenplan 

  • Een bedrijfswagen of een groen alternatief via ons mobiliteitsplan met laadpas voor België en buurlanden 

  • Een netto-onkostenvergoeding 

  • Een goede balans tussen werk en privé met 34 vakantiedagen, mogelijkheid tot hybride werken na inwerkperiode en glijdende uren 

• Een warm welkom in een dynamische en zorgzame organisatie die zich inzet voor welzijn, waar medewerkers zichzelf kunnen zijn en die EDGE -gecertificeerd is. EDGE-gecertificeerde organisaties hebben hun inzet voor diversiteit, gelijkheid en inclusie aangetoond en zijn beoordeeld volgens de hoogste mondiale  standaarden. 

Ben je geïnteresseerd in deze functie of heb je vragen?

Solliciteer rechtstreeks via onze website of contacteer Ilse Aelbrecht – ilse.aelbrecht@external.bnl.engie.com

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O&M Procurement Officer

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.

Project Procurement Officer

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.