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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in global procurement strategies, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation within the energy and infrastructure sectors. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and manage complex supply chain risks while ensuring ethical sourcing and compliance.
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Global Procurement LeadershipContract NegotiationSupplier Relationship ManagementRisk ManagementEPC Contract Structures
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Hard Skills
Procurement StrategyCategory Strategy DevelopmentSupply Chain ManagementNegotiation SkillsMarket Intelligence AnalysisContract ManagementCost BenchmarkingSupplier Performance ManagementLogistics ManagementCompliance Risk Management
Soft Skills
LeadershipStakeholder ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
SCADA SystemsOT HardwareMarket Intelligence ToolsSupplier Management Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
CIPS Qualification
Industry Keywords
Energy SectorUtilitiesInfrastructureHeavy IndustrialBESSEPCMFIDICSupply ContractsTrade ComplianceSustainability
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the global procurement function for Zenobe Network Infrastructure
- Own the procurement strategy, governance and delivery for transmission-scale BESS projects
- Define and implement category strategies for battery systems, ancillary equipment, transformers, HV switchgear, balance of plant, SCADA and OT hardware
- Lead sourcing and negotiation of high-value supply, construction and services contracts
- Develop strategic supplier relationships, framework agreements and preferred supplier lists
- Manage supplier performance, escalations, OEM warranties, service agreements and spares arrangements
- Manage supply-chain risks including lead times, capacity, logistics, price volatility, tariffs, trade restrictions and supplier resilience
- Align procurement timelines with project programmes, grid milestones and financing requirements
- Partner with Legal and Finance on contract structures, payment terms, security packages and due diligence
- Establish procurement operating models, policies, approval frameworks and systems across regions
- Embed ethical and responsible sourcing, traceability, human-rights and carbon-footprint requirements
- Work with the CISO on supplier cybersecurity and OT security requirements
- Use market intelligence and spend data to forecast pricing, benchmark costs and identify standardisation, cost-reduction and innovation opportunities
- Build and lead a high-performing UK procurement team and scale it internationally
- Contribute to Operations leadership strategy, planning and budgeting
- Represent Zenobe in supplier, industry and investor engagements
- Promote health, safety, wellbeing and sustainability in daily responsibilities
Requirements
What you’ll need- Proven experience of 10+ years in procurement or commercial leadership within the energy, utilities, infrastructure or heavy industrial sectors
- Experience leading a procurement function at senior level
- Experience procuring and contracting major packages for transmission-scale or large grid-connected energy infrastructure
- Experience with BESS or other large-scale renewables is a plus
- Experience of global supply chains and international sourcing, including trade, tariff, logistics and compliance risk
- Strong understanding of EPC, EPCM and supply contract structures, including FIDIC
- Knowledge of warranty and liability regimes and long-term service agreements
- Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, leadership and communication skills
- Ability to engage executive leadership, investors and lenders
- Relevant degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field
- Strong planning, risk management and organisational skills
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
- Strong commercial skills and comfort with legal contracts and project commercials
- Pragmatic, proactive and solution-driven approach
- Ability to work in a fast-moving, high-pressure and entrepreneurial environment
- CIPS or equivalent professional qualification is a plus
- No visa sponsorship or financial support toward visa-related costs is provided
Benefits
Comp & perks- Up to 33% annual bonus
- 25 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays
- Private Medical Insurance
- £1,500 training budget per year
- EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Pension scheme, up to 8% matched contributions
- Enhanced parental leave
- Cash back health plan
- Fertility Leave
- Payroll giving and charitable donations
- Flexible working options, including part-time, flexitime and hybrid working