Procurement Manager

Melbourne, Australia

Project Execution - Project Management /

Full-time /

Hybrid

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**ABOUT THE POSITION**:
We currently have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Procurement Specialist to lead and take ownership of procurement activities for Battery Energy Storage Solution Projects in Australia. The Procurement Manager will lead sourcing and procurement activities from the tendering phase through to project delivery and services.

This role requires an autonomous and pragmatic professional with experience working in a matrixed environment, engaging with multiple stakeholders, and managing multiple projects and tasks.

This position has a functional reporting line to the Head of Procurement - Australia and Logistics - APAC, and on a tender/project basis, reports to the assigned Fluence Bid Manager/Project Manager.

**Responsibilities**:
- Develop and implement sourcing and procurement strategies to support tenders and project delivery.
- Identify and develop new suppliers and contractors to enhance price, delivery, and quality.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external specialists to arrange technical specifications, scope of works, and performance requirements into procurement agreements.
- Support the Sales/Tendering Deal team and effectively manage obtaining proposals from suppliers and subcontractors to meet tender timeframes and key deadlines.
- Prepare and maintain the procurement plan and equipment delivery schedule.
- Lead and negotiate procurement agreements and contracts to secure products and services for the balance of plant, including engineering consultants, design and construct contractors, transmission line works, commissioning, switchroom, HV & MV transformers, civil works, logistics, LTSA maintenance works, and more.
- Support the development and execution of contracts, ensuring adherence to key project timeframes through effective contract term negotiations aligned with Fluence’s obligations to customers.
- Maintain robust record-keeping and information lifecycle management throughout procurement planning, tender, and contract execution lifecycles.
- Manage vendor selection and appointment in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
- Issue purchase orders and ensure that equipment deliveries and services meet project requirements.
- Coordinate with Fluence’s Global Supply Chain and offshore suppliers to meet equipment delivery requirements, including specific shipping needs.
- Work with Construction and Operational Services teams to manage local logistics concerning storage and movement of inventory, tools, and equipment between warehousing and site locations.
- Prepare and maintain up-to-date procurement plans and shipping schedules for project management and reporting purposes.
- Support the project team in resolving quality and delivery issues, including claims with suppliers and contractors.

**What We're Looking For (Essential & Desirable)**:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise and develop relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to interact in a multicultural environment and to work under pressure.
- Natural curiosity and problem-solving skills with the ability to pivot procurement strategies to adapt to changes in market conditions, engineering, or supplier issues.
- At least 7 years of procurement experience in the power generation, renewable energy, utility, infrastructure, or oil and gas industry.
- Ability to design, compi