Strategisk indkøber EPC

Job Description

As the Strategic Buyer EPC Germany, you will be crucial in advancing our Energy Storage project pipeline by developing suppliers and driving tenders for construction cost estimations. Your procurement and strategic sourcing expertise will be key in developing and executing a Category Sourcing Strategy for EPC (Engineering Procurement Construction), BOP (Balance of Plant) services and sub categories (Detailed Engineering, Civil Works, Electrical Installation, Electrical equipment such as HV Transformers, LV/MV/HV Switchgears, Cables, e-Houses, between others). By securing essential services efficiently, you will help us achieve our goals of enhancing our presence and improving customer engagement. Your role will foster cross-departmental collaboration and build strong partnerships with external suppliers, upholding the values that drive our success.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Strategy: Design and implement a Category Sourcing Strategy for EPC and BOP services for the company's Energy Storage project pipeline. Drive the phases of a sourcing strategy, including identifying requirements, stakeholder alignment, supplier benchmarking, specifications, supply strategy/method RFx, executing the sourcing process, and formalizing contract agreements.
• Stakeholder Management: Identify Fluence Engineering team requirements for the construction of BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) sites. Collaborate with other internal departments (Engineering, Project Management, Sales, Legal) to drive comprehensive and successful sourcing tenders.
• Supplier Management: Build partnerships with external construction suppliers for BESS Civil works and Electrical works, including civil construction and concrete foundations, electrical equipment and installation, and HV Transformers.
• Tender Management: Lead detailed RFQs (Request for Quotations) process design and implementation for projects in the region.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and category management, preferably within the energy or construction sectors (Civil/Electrical).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Educational background in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Specialization in Procurement, Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management.
• Fluent in German and English.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.