Procurement & Contract Lead to Gothenburg

Do you like to analyse and negotiate commercial contracts? We are now offering an assignment within Procurement and Contracts!

We are now looking for a Procurement & Contract Lead who will strengthen our clients Supply Chain team. You will work on various projects and will be responsible for procurement- and sourcing activities.

Our clients mission is to provide technologies to enable a greener industry. Do you want to help them promote a healthy planet for future generations? The assignment starts immediately and candidates who are available now will be prioritized. Welcome with your application today!

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer an opportunity to be part of a market leading innovative global company in front of green technology for ships. An open and inspiring environment where your energy will make a difference. We provide great potential for personal and professional development.

Their organization is made up of more than 200 colleagues in four countries across the world, our offices are located in Norway, Sweden, Poland, and China. Our client provide great potential for personal and professional development.

THIS IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Procurement and Contract Lead is responsible for the procurement- and sourcing activities, negotiations and strategically selecting suppliers in the different business line projects. In this position you cooperate closely with internal and external stakeholders ensuring customer satisfaction and world class procurement as part of your daily work. Main areas in this role will be:

• Complete responsibility for contracts and purchasing activities within appointed Business Line(s).
• Responsible for contracts within one or more product segment(s).
• Develop various pricing and negotiation methods and strategies for all necessary types of agreements
• Control and follow up quality at the suppliers manufacturing sites during production through our quality engineers.
• Close collaboration with project managers, engineers, and other internal disciplines in order to ensure project success.
• Establish, develop and maintain deep relationships with international long-term key suppliers.
• Follow and implement department processes to involved stakeholders to maintain to the review/negotiation process.
• Contribute to the development of policies, processes and SOPs that standardize and streamline the internal contracting process.
• Be part of change management to implement new routines and processes.
• The position will require travelling to some extent

IN ADDITION...

Our client has a modern office located in Gothenburg with good connections to public transportation. They operate internationally, and the role can also include some business travel to suppliers/manufacturers and shipyards in Asia and Europe. We will start our selection process immediately and please make sure to submit your CV in English.

The assignment will start as soon as possible and is estimated for long term, at least for 6 months. Initially you will be employed by TNG but we also looking for you who are interested in working as an interim consultant. As an employed consultant by TNG, of course you are covered by collective agreements, insurance, and wellness grants

WHO ARE YOU?

• University degree in Supply chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent related field
• Extensive experience of drafting, reviewing, analysing and negotiating a wide range of agreements including international EPC contracts.
• Previous business experience from process, maritime or other applicable industry.
• Knowledge of general corporate business practices, commercial contracting regulations and principles, and subcontracting/vendor management practices.
• Track record demonstrating ability to work collaboratively with geographically dispersed teams.
• Experience of driving and implementing new processes, initiatives, and innovative ideas.
• Fluent in English – verbal and written.
• Familiarity with FAT, SIT tests & agreements/site contracts in support of mechanical and processes studies.
• Experience of working with Chinese companies and principles is an advantage.
• The position will require travelling to some extent.
  
  

To enjoy this position, you prefer to work in a fast-paced international environment where you can use your solution-oriented ability and proactiveness to ensure quality and develop ways of working. You have good negotiation skills and understanding of the negotiation process.

You have a strong ability to take ownership and meet business-driven deadlines and commitments while maintaining a high level of professionalism. To be successful in this position we also see that you have strong communication skills, emotional intelligence and have ability to build and maintain relation with different stakeholders.