Our Procurement Department in Düsseldorf is looking for You!

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply.

Our Procurement culture is built on trust, respect, curiosity and courage. As VP Procurement Renewables and New Build, you will lead Procurement across renewable energy developments in wind and solar as well as major new-build assets. You will set the strategic direction, build a high-performing international team, lead critical negotiations and act as an assertive partner to senior stakeholders.

Your responsibilities

• Lead and develop a diverse, international team of Procurement Business Partners. Set clear priorities, allocate resources across the portfolio and build the capabilities required to support projects from early development through contract award and execution
• Take end-to-end accountability for Procurement across Uniper’s renewables and new-build portfolio. Ensure that procurement strategies, sourcing plans, commercial models and supplier relationships reflect project requirements, risk profiles and business priorities
• Personally lead selected high-value and high-risk sourcing initiatives, including complex competitive tenders and negotiations for major equipment, construction and EPC contracts. Define negotiation strategies, coordinate cross-functional negotiation teams, manage commercial and contractual trade-offs, and secure sustainable outcomes for Uniper
• Build strong relationships with Project Directors and senior leaders across Engineering, Operations, Finance and Legal in Uniper’s core markets. Establish alignment on strategic and project-specific priorities, challenge requirements where necessary and convert agreed objectives into decisive procurement and supplier strategies
• Shape procurement and contracting strategies from the earliest stages of project development. Identify value levers and drive decisions that balance cost, schedule, quality, risk, sustainability and security of supply
• Own supplier segmentation and engagement plans for the portfolio. Strengthen the supplier base by identifying new market entrants and developing strategic partnerships as well as competitive global sourcing opportunities that support the business strategy
• Champion cross-functional priorities, including cost discipline, security, safety and sustainability

Your profile

• University degree in Engineering, Business Administration/ Economics or a comparable field
• Typically, 12 or more years of procurement and project experience in the energy, infrastructure, engineering or chemical industry, including at least seven years leading complex, high-value and high-risk tenders and commercial negotiations. Several years in a senior leadership role and a strong track record with EPC, construction, major equipment and long-term supply contracts are essential, together with experience managing commercial, contractual and delivery risks
• Strong commercial judgement and a proven ability to identify value opportunities, challenge assumptions, develop robust contracting approaches and improve value for money while protecting schedule, quality and risk objectives
• Strong track record of leading and developing international, diverse teams through change
• Exceptional communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills, with the judgement to adapt style to the situation. Able to build alignment where possible while remaining decisive, resilient and prepared to challenge or escalate when necessary. Creates clarity under pressure and keeps teams focused on strategic objectives
• Willing and able to travel across Uniper’s core markets and to project sites, supplier locations and negotiation venues as required by the project portfolio
• Expertise in the energy market and commercial developments, particularly in the renewables, hydrogen and clean power industry
• Role-model mindset in embracing new technologies, continuously developing relevant capabilities, and enabling teams to innovate, learn, and adapt
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential. German or another language used in Uniper’s core markets would be an advantage