AESC UK Sunderland, England, United Kingdom
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Job Description
Description & Requirements
Position: Senior Contract and Commercial Manager for Industrial Construction
Reports to: Head of Global GIC Purchasing and Head of EU Purchasing
Expectations
AESC is currently seeking a highly skilled Contract Manager to join our team for a significant Engineering-Procurement-Construction project. This project involves the construction of large-scale production lines that have never been built before, with the goal of achieving cell production volume at an unprecedented scale. Our work environment is fast-paced and highly exhilarating.
We are looking for individuals with exceptional talent who are passionate about advancing energy sustainability. As part of the Purchasing Team focused on our industrial constructions, you will play a crucial role in procuring the necessary equipment and materials for the projects in the EU and the UK, but now focused on the French project in Douai. We value candidates who are eager to tackle difficult problems, push the limits of what is possible, and prioritize team success beyond their own achievements. Additionally, we require an unwavering positive attitude towards sustained hard work.
Join us in this exciting opportunity to contribute to the expansion of our product portfolio and make a significant impact in advancing energy sustainability.
Responsibilities
* Establish a procurement strategy for related construction services, engineering, and materials based on the project's construction plan in reverse order.
* Stay up to date with the latest market trends and continuous sourcing for the best products and services for the business with the most reasonable prices.
* Create and execute the procurement strategy.
* Organize bidding and tendering, vendor bidding and nomination.
* Manage vendor contracts and track vendor payments.
* Renegotiate business plan based on project adjustment.
* Use SAP to manage PO/PR requirements based on the output of the above.
* Proactively seeking cost-saving solutions to enable company industrial development.
* Partner with suppliers and vendors globally and identify strategies to scale second product development.
* Coordinate & support for global plant launch equipment & global direct material-related project issues.
What We Offer
Welcome to the global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Here you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference.
At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonuses program. In addition. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.
We are committed to equal opportunities. Our recruiting process focuses on the experience and skills of each candidate. We encourage anyone to apply for the position regardless of factors such as race, gender, age, religion, opinion, or any other personal or social condition or circumstance.
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Requirements / Required Skills
* Bidding Process
* Business Strategy
* Engineering, Procurement, and Construction
* Leadership
* Procurement
* Procurement Contracts
* Purchase Contracts
* Purchase Planning
* Purchasing Negotiation
* Strategic Procurement Services
* Strategic Purchasing
Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Engineering
* Graduate studies in project management business and procurement qualification will be valued
* Have more than 8 years of experience in purchasing areas part of MEP, Construction or Facilities space, of large industrial construction projects ($100m+ capex)
* Additional experience in project controls or construction management preferred.
* Hi-tech, construction and/or automotive industry experience.
* Strategic Sourcing, Opportunity Analyses, and Contract Negotiations.
* Excellent written and verbal communication in English, and presentation skills are a must
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power BI.
* Ability to work within a high-performance, cross-functional organization with challenging timelines and goals
* Have an inquisitive and open attitude to exploring new ideas and willingness to continuously learn
* Ability to train and mentor colleagues on best practices for project management and execution
* Driver’s license
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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