London or Madrid
Competitive salary, excellent Benefits + Bonus

If you’re a Contract Coordinator (Project Purchasing) with a track record in the delivery of services in line with EPC and O&M contracts in large scale Solar PV projects then we want to hear from you!

As a key member of the Procurement department, the Contract Coordinator will be involved with the procurement of equipment and construction services for PV projects, at every stage in its lifecycle from greenfield development, through construction and into operation. In addition to administrative support for the project procurement activities around the world, you will be responsible for improvement projects new technical and commercial opportunities within the supply chain, which are outside of the immediate project requirements. Join us now, realise the potential of renewable energy and make a positive impact on our planet. This role can be based in either London or Madrid.

Why Statkraft?

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That’s what we offer. 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we don’t see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

But there’s more work to be done – that’s why we need you to join us.

About you:

• Efficient contract management and order fulfillment.
• Support the Contract Managers on projects worldwide with analytical and administrative tasks.
• Support on all phases of the project from early engagement with engineering and development, contract strategy, supplier market analysis, technology developments, supplier prequalification, the tendering process, contract negotiations and follow up of contracts & projects.
• Manage improvement projects which investigate new technical and commercial opportunities within the supply chain which are outside of the immediate project requirements.
• Liaising with suppliers and contractors to assist the business with keeping up to date with market and technology trends. 
• Support other teams across the company with their interactions with suppliers and contractors.
• Assist with analysing profitability of proposals whilst ensuring the sustainability aspect of the of the company’s procurements decisions are optimised with respect to the supply chain.
• Assist with supplier reviews to ensure they are compliant with relevant industry and compliance standards.
• Monitor that service levels maintained by suppliers and quality of goods in line with relevant industry standards.

What we are looking for:

• 2 years’ experience in a purchasing/contracting role (preferably within the PV/energy industry).
• 2 years’ experience of using SAP as an ERP system.
• A strong understanding of the purchasing process including supplier and tender evaluation.
• Ideally experience of working with international suppliers and contractors, negotiating and procuring cost reduction.
• An understanding of manufacturing, transport methods, supply chains, costs and processes.
• Ideally an understanding of financial modelling and methods to optimise project value.
• Fluent in English, i.e. to have detailed technical and commercial discussions in English.
• Spanish is desirable
• A degree in business and/or technical areas
• Ideally a knowledge of the PV industry and equipment used.
• Strong written, oral and listeningcommunication skills.
• Business orientated and commercial mindset.

What we offer:

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy. From hydrogen development to algorithmic trading and everything in between. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• Professional and personal development in an exciting company
• A positive working environment characterised by competence, responsibility and innovation
• Competitive terms of employment and excellent benefit schemes

Interested?

For us the ideas of our committed and ambitious colleagues make the difference. If you want to share our passion for renewable energy and be a part of tomorrow’s energy world, please apply through our online application form.

Please note: Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. We conduct background checks on qualified applicants before hire.