The Project Procurement Manager (PPM) has the overall accountability over all procurement aspects of the project and secures full compliance to the CAPEX project procurement procedure. The PPM ensures the project strategy is approved at the various stage gates, and ensures execution of the project strategy to meet as well project objectives (HSE, Schedule, Quality, Cost) as compliance with the Procurement processes, tools and procedures. The PPM ensures mobilization of procurement and contract management resources, relying on internal (category leads, capex buyers) and external resources (EPCm).
* Secures adheres to the CAPEX project procurement procedure and support a proper change management with internal stakeholders where deemed necessary
* Set the project procurement strategy for LLI (Long Lead items) at stage gate
* Set the project strategy at stage gate 3, based on the full procurement list of the project (tender packages, bidders list, schedule, budget, roles and responsibilities)
* Interact with the PM (Project Manager) and obtain consensus on the project procurement strategy
* Present the project procurement strategy to the own hierarchy, the project governance and the project Steerco (where required in case of larger projects)
* Manages bridge funds (if applicable)
* Interact with Category leads, as defined in the procurement plan
* Ensure correct implementation of tools, processes and standards throughout the project
* When applicable, manages the EPCm procurement and contracting staff, and ensure adequate mobilization
* Resolve critical expediting and claim issues, pro-actively manage risk
* Deliver on schedule and cost objectives of the project related to Procurement, regularly report status on project variance and schedule risks.
* Control the need-to-pay process and resolve any issues
* Have a clear overview of the project cash flow situation and requirements
* Document all contract award decisions as per corporate guidelines, based on a transparent risk assessment related to HSE, Schedule, Quality, Contract and Commercial aspects.
* Drive for a strong commercial process, as well pro-actively in the project procurement strategy, as during TBE (multiple qualified bids) and final negotiations.
* Collaborates in internal and external audits.
* Manage vendors & contractors onsite, analyse the potential risk and recommend actions to mitigate the problems from construction (EHS, manpower, logistics ).
Your profile
* bachelor or master in engineering, economics or equivalent
* experience in (Project) procurement
* experience in CAPEX project procurement
Offer
You will be part of a growing Belgian SME where initiative and personal development are encouraged. We will provide you with an enjoyable work environment with fun colleagues. We will work out a career plan with you, with attention and a budget for extra education/certification. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with extra-legal benefits, including a company car.
(Freelance is also possible)