Procurement Specialist Role
A leading company in the construction and engineering sector is seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to join its branch in Geneva.
Key Responsibilities:
During the Bid Study Phase:
Identify potential vendors and subcontractors for market analyses to define bid quotations, aligned with the organization's procurement strategy.
Manage requests for quotations (RFQ) for specific projects in coordination with the Technical Department and Supply Chain Managers.
Negotiate and manage pre-bid agreements and strategic vendor contracts with key stakeholders.
Analyze and assess bids from vendors, ensuring technical evaluations and preparing summary tables and recommendations.
Maintain constant communication with HQ Bidding Support managers, providing updates and ensuring adherence to Group procedures and best practices.
Operational Unit Start-Up Phase:
Support the preparation of procurement budgets and reorganization processes, coordinating with Area Cost Control and other departments.
Draft the preliminary procurement plan according to the project's production plan, in agreement with the Project Manager and Regional Supply Chain Manager.
Define the supplier list within the Vendor list, coordinating with Regional Supply Chain Managers and Global Commodity Managers.
Manage initial contractual and commercial negotiations to achieve economical solutions, synergy, and quality excellence.
Ensure the correct issuance of orders and prompt procurement of goods and services according to required specifications.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement Departments within multinational contexts.
Master's degree in Engineering and/or Economics.
Strong coordination skills and proficiency in negotiation techniques and strategies.
Expertise in contract management and prime cost driver value analyses.
Excellent command of MS Office, SAP MM, and Business Intelligence Software.
Desired Attributes:
Excellent organizational and decision-making abilities.
Results-oriented mindset.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Availability to travel and stay at worksites and joint venture sites.
Fluent in English and French (knowledge of Italian is a plus).