Internship opportunities in Dow’s Global Purchasing team for Bachelor’s or Master’s degree students. Engaging in Purchasing process projects to create value for the company.
About the role
- Procurement Manager leading purchasing and strategic sourcing for electric mobility projects. Overseeing contract management, supplier relations, and procurement strategies for sustainable energy initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the purchasing of critical equipment such as AC/DC charging stations, inverters, power distribution systems, batteries, and any other technological components required for electric mobility projects.
- Develop and execute comprehensive procurement strategies to reduce the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and ensure continuous quality supply of components.
- Manage the full lifecycle of EPC Contract Procurement, ensuring contractors comply with project scope, quality, and schedule.
- Design, prepare, and issue Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and Request for Information (RFI) documents for complex equipment and service acquisitions.
- Oversee the technical and commercial evaluation of received bids, performing detailed cost analysis and market benchmarking.
- Lead negotiations with suppliers and contractors to secure favorable pricing, terms, and contractual conditions.
- Formalize and manage purchasing contracts and subsequent Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and warranties.
- Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers and strategic partners in the electric mobility sector.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors to ensure supply chain stability.
- Proactively mitigate supply chain risks, such as component shortages, tariff changes, or delivery delays.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5-7 years of progressive experience in procurement, preferably within capital projects, energy, infrastructure, e-mobility supplier.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex RFP processes and procuring technical or technological equipment is essential.
- Experience in supervising large EPC or construction contracts is mandatory.
- Knowledge of the electric mobility market and charging equipment (desirable).
- Expert negotiation skills and proven experience in contract drafting.
- Strong understanding of technical and commercial terms in equipment specifications.
- Exceptional analytical ability to conduct cost analysis and bid evaluations.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) for international negotiation and contract documentation.
Benefits
- The opportunity to join a fast-growing company in one of the most exciting and impactful sectors: the energy transition and sustainable mobility.
- A dynamic, collaborative and highly motivated team, where your contribution will have a direct impact on the company’s growth.
- A competitive compensation package in line with your experience and responsibilities.
- A flexible and hybrid work model based in Madrid.
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