Tactical Procurement Specialist - Installation Service

Procurement of installation services for global cable projects

Are you interested in sourcing and contract management for large-scale onshore and offshore installation projects? Join NKT's Transmission business and support tender and execution projects for High Voltage Cable systems. In this role, you will work closely with global stakeholders, suppliers, and project teams to identify and secure installation services that balance methodology, risk, experience, and commercial value. Would you like to contribute to projects that support the green transition and connect countries to renewable energy?

Manage procurement activities for complex installation projects

As a Tactical Procurement Specialist - Installation Service, you will support procurement activities across both tender and execution projects. Working alongside Category Managers and Project Procurement Managers, you will evaluate suppliers, conduct market analysis, manage RFx processes, negotiate contracts, and support contract administration. The role offers exposure to international procurement activities, installation services, and major infrastructure projects within the energy sector. You will collaborate with technical specialists, project teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with project requirements and business objectives.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Translate customer and project requirements into supplier requests and RFx documentation
• Evaluate suppliers, technologies, methods, and new geographical markets
• Conduct market analysis, supplier assessments, and financial evaluations
• Negotiate, draft, finalise, and administer contracts with suppliers and subcontractors
• Support supplier onboarding, registration, and contract lifecycle activities

The position is based in Chennai, India, reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement Competence Centre. International travel of up to 15 days per year may be required based on business needs.

Collaborative procurement professional with global mindset

You enjoy working with people across different functions, cultures, and locations. You are organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You communicate clearly with stakeholders and suppliers and take a structured approach to evaluating options and solving challenges. The role suits someone who is curious, open to new ways of working, and motivated to improve processes while working in an international environment.

You also have:

• Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or equivalent education
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Tactical or Strategic Procurement for EPC contracts
• Experience in contract administration and contract lifecycle management
• Experience in global sourcing and international commercial terms
• Knowledge of SAP Ariba, SAP MM, and MS Office
• Experience within EPC, Installation, Construction, CAPEX, Oil & Gas, Civil, or Offshore projects

Support the green transition through global procurement

We aim to create a workplace where people of all backgrounds are valued, supported, and able to do their best work. We are dedicated to increasing gender diversity at NKT and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We welcome varied backgrounds and career paths-even if you don't meet every single requirement. We believe inclusive teams contribute to positive results and create a better every day work environment.

This role offers opportunities to develop your procurement and commercial skills while working closely with experienced colleagues across international teams. You will contribute to infrastructure projects that support the expansion of renewable energy networks and gain exposure to global suppliers, complex contract management, and cross-functional collaboration in a growing business environment.

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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 15th September 2026. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

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