Our client is a European renewable energy company and an international leader in energy trading, as well as in the commercialization of solar and wind energy. The company manages one of the largest green energy customer portfolios in the region and develops innovative energy solutions to support the transition to a sustainable energy system.

Strategic Procurement Manager for Electrical Engineering with German

Join our client’s team as a Strategic Procurement Manager for Electrical Engineering with German and you’ll lead sourcing initiatives and manage supplier relationships to deliver high-value, compliant procurement solutions. Working closely with project teams, you’ll ensure timely and effective procurement across complex infrastructure projects. Team members in Romania will provide services to support the team based in Switzerland.

About the team: You will be part of a committed procurement team that values collaboration and innovation. 

Department: Facility Management / Gastronomic / Logistics / Procurement

Locations: Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Work type: Hybrid

Employment type: Full-time

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• As Strategic Procurement Manager for Electrical Engineering, you’ll lead sourcing initiatives and manage supplier relationships to deliver high-value, compliant procurement solutions. Working closely with project teams, you’ll ensure timely and effective procurement across complex infrastructure projects.
• Drive strategic sourcing and supplier selection aligned with category and project objectives.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.
• Support project procurement by ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing for key milestones.
• Conduct market research and data analysis to identify opportunities and guide procurement strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to define needs and ensure alignment with procurement policies.
• Identify cost-saving and value creation opportunities within your category.

Profile & Requirements:

• Fluent in German and confident in English; other languages are a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, business engineering, supply chain or related field; certifications like CIPS or CPSM are a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, especially in electrical engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong communicator and skilled negotiator with a structured, analytical approach.
• Proficient in procurement systems (e.g., SAP), reporting tools (e.g., Power BI), and digital sourcing platforms.
• Able to prioritize procurement activities under tight project timeline.

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