Procurement Manager

Job Summary

The Procurement Manager will join our Procurement team and report to the Head of Procurement Operating Assets. This role involves leading regional procurement governance, performance, and planning, while partnering closely with Operations and Strategic Procurement to drive procurement excellence and deliver sustainable value.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Planning: Ensure all assets maintain accurate, monthly updated Procurement Plans. Validate procurement scope, value, timing, and contract visibility. Ensure Procurement Plans receive the required approvals from Plant Managers, Finance, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Operational Oversight: Oversee regional procurement activities and ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and governance standards. Lead complex procurements and mid-value negotiations (USD 50,000 to USD 100,000) in partnership with Operations. Ensure the appropriate use of framework agreements and adherence to procurement thresholds.

• Strategic Alignment: Identify strategic sourcing opportunities and engage Strategic Procurement where value can be created. Ensure early involvement of Strategic Procurement for high-value, critical, or cross-regional sourcing initiatives. Align regional procurement activities with enterprise category strategies and procurement frameworks.

• Performance Management: Monitor key procurement performance indicators, including cycle time, Procurement Plan accuracy, and supplier performance. Drive continuous improvement in procurement efficiency, cost optimization, and planning discipline.

• Stakeholder & Escalation Management: Serve as the primary procurement partner for regional leadership, Finance, and key business stakeholders. Manage procurement escalations and facilitate resolution of complex or cross-functional issues. Foster alignment between Operations, Strategic Procurement, and other business stakeholders.

Qualifications And Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• Experience: 7 to 10 years of experience in procurement or operations management within the thermal and/or renewable energy industry, including experience supporting regional or multi-entity procurement operations.

• Skills: Strong understanding of procurement governance, sourcing, and procurement processes. Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP). Professional proficiency in English. Travel requirements: Ability to travel based on business needs.

Our Values

We are a global team committed to pushing boundaries, working collaboratively, and remaining agile in the pursuit of excellence. We encourage initiative and innovation, fostering a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute, and shape the future of sustainable energy.

About ContourGlobal

ContourGlobal, a KKR Company, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets across Europe, North and South America, with a presence in Africa and Asia. The company currently manages 6 GW of installed capacity across multiple technologies and asset classes, with an additional 1.3 MW of renewables under construction and nearly 12 GW under development. ContourGlobal is accelerating the decarbonization of its portfolio and evolving into a predominantly renewable IPP, supported by long-term contracts and innovative PPAs coupled with energy management solutions that deliver value beyond market standards.