Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Project Procurement Manager – HVDC project (m/f/d) to join our Regional Project Procurement & Logistics Team in Katowice/Poland.

The PPM is reporting to the Project Procurement Leader of a HVDC project. She/he is responsible for ensuring that the assigned, complex scope of work (by Supplier or Commodity) is managed in own direction and is completely delivered at the required location and at the right time as per contractual requirement. The PPM will be the main interface between our suppliers and the project team during all project execution and will take over procurement comprehensive responsibility as aligned with the Project Procurement Leader. The responsibility excludes negotiation of Terms & Conditions which is in the scope of the separate Sourcing Function.

Are you an experienced procurement specialist with an engineering background or relevant experience? Are you ready to learn, use your experience and company best practices and join an international Team with a ONE TEAM Mindset?

We are happy to receive your application!

The PPM is responsible for:

• Initiates and leads Kick Off Meeting to define the co-ordination procedure for Expediting
• Drives progress reviews with the suppliers and ensures that all Progress reports are received from the suppliers in the correct form at the correct time
• Actively supports engineering & quality discipline for expediting of critical documentation. PPM shall also review and monitor critical documents submittal and approval status with Engineering and Quality function for timely release of Manufacturing clearance to meet “On time delivery” (OTD) target
• Expedites the suppliers for progress of packages including coordination with internal disciplines to meet the project on-time deliveries
• Checks progress by conducting supplier visits/walk downs (also unannounced, if there is suspicion of irregularities) at the manufacturer’s premises and their suppliers, on the manufacturing shop floors or in their offices
• PLAN-vs.-ACTUAL comparative analysis of planed vs actual procurement activities
• Monitor Project Baseline dates / OTD’s for Procurement and drive the activity towards suppliers / internal stakeholders to achieve the same
• Update the Project Procurement Plan as per actual supplier progress and report progress for Internal/Customer Monthly Progress Updates
• In case of deviations from specifications (non-conformances), assessing the effect thereof on achieving on-time delivery in coordination with Engineering/Supplier Quality
• Works with the suppliers to overcome delays with a concurred mitigation plan.
• Shall follow all Order Fulfillment & Procurement Management Processes & Tools

Performance Measurement

• On-time delivery of specified material / package
• Accuracy and timeliness of reporting
• Successful claim management against third parties
• Objectives, Targets and Performance Measurements are defined on a yearly basis

Desired Profile & Experience

• Experience in Project Procurement / Sourcing & Buying Management
• Bachelor / Master's degree from an accredited university
• Experience in Project / Contract / Engineering Management is an advantage
• Engineering Background is an advantage
• Understanding of legal/contractual aspects of an EPC contract
• General knowledge of purchasing standards, policies, procedures, and Sourcing management philosophy
• Proven knowledge of the products being procured / monitored
• Languages: fluent in written and spoken English
• Knowledge of local language in the country of employment is considered as an advantage
• Working in SAP, using different PM tools
• Team player, owning the ONE TEAM Mindset
• Proactive, good communicator and strong interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills either with supplier base or with customers
• Able to resolve complex issues and make decisions independently.
• Demonstrated ability to lead procurement activities with programs / projects mindset aspects and understanding
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers
• Flexible to travel

What we offer

• Working in an international team within Grid Systems Integration business line, based on an employment contract
• A key role in the Procurement Team in a dynamic, international working environment, involvement in high-profile, innovative projects and an opportunity to collaborate with a diverse, global network of industry experts
• An attractive benefits package: group life insurance, private medical care, MultiSport card, annual bonus
• At GE, we know inclusion and diversity make us more competitive and help create value for our customers, investors, and employees. We believe that fostering an inclusive culture empowers everyone to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No