Sourcing Manager Offshore Logistics & Foundations

Sourcing Manager Offshore Logistics & Foundations

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Type of Employment__ Full-time

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Brands__ Vattenfall

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Unit__ General Business

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Category__ Procurement

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Location __ Hamburg

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Job Type__ Professional

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Employment Type__ Permanent

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Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to shape resilient supply chains and drive complex offshore projects? Join us as a Sourcing Manager Offshore Logistics & Foundations and take ownership of strategic sourcing activities across offshore logistics, transport & installation (T&I), and foundations.

In this role, you will lead end-to-end procurement processes, develop sourcing strategies, negotiate key contracts, and collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders. Working with a global supplier network, you will secure best-value solutions that support Vattenfalls transition to a more sustainable energy future while maximizing business value and project success.

Your tasks and responsibilities

Lead and manage the entire procurement process for assigned categories and projects, from strategy development to contract delivery.

Act as the single point of contact and chief negotiator with suppliers, gathering input from all relevant stakeholders.

Develop, tailor, and oversee procurement strategies, contracts, PQQ and ITT materials to meet project-specific needs.

Steer and guide core tender teams, ensuring compliance, transparency, and fair competition throughout supplier selection until contract finalization.

Drive stakeholder management, aligning procurement decisions with category strategies and business protocols for mutual benefit.

Promote and implement best-in-class procurement practices, advancing supply chain development within designated categories.

Location

Kolding, Amsterdam, Hamburg or London, regular business trips are required.

Qualifications

Your profile

As a person you are a strategic thinker with win-win mindset, an effective communicator at senior level of the organization with superior interpersonal skills, proven commercial mindset and an excellent ability to build networks.

A relevant University degree or equal, with about 5 years of experience working on high value CAPEX procurement projects, preferably in large industrial renewables projects, oil and gas, or similar complex industries.

Alternatively a background within operational offshore execution or shipping industry combined with relevant procurement or commercial related education and experience.

Significant experience in driving business with large spend suppliers in an international environment.

Knowledge and understanding of wind projects FIDIC contracts would be a distinct advantage.

Ability to work in autonomy and take the initiative, while encouraging team work. “Can do” mentality.

Knowledge of project management processes and experience of driving change towards lean processes and ensures adoption and improvement of defined standards.

Good negotiation experience on a range of Installation vessel supplier contracts or standard forms of contract (FIDIC, LOGIC, BIMCO, etc.).

Interest in and experience with supporting and mentor junior roles or newcomers to procurement.

Strong command of English, both verbally and written.

EU tender experience and expertise would be advantageous.