Job Description

About Umicore
Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Powering the cars of the future. Giving new life to used metals. We are the leading circular materials technology company fulfilling its mission to create materials for a better life. With ambitions like this, imagine what you could do?


Rechargeable Battery Materials
We are all on the move. Umicore?s rechargeable battery materials give people autonomy and connectivity. We are a pioneer in battery materials that give added range and performance to electric vehicles. Our materials also ensure longer battery life for portable electronics. To enable our customers to produce even better performing batteries we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.


What you will be doing
The Project Procurement Manager (PPM) has the overall accountability over their assigned procurement aspects of the project. The PPM ensures the project strategy is approved at the various stage gates and ensures execution of the project strategy to meet project objectives (HSE, Schedule, Quality, Cost) as compliance with the Procurement processes, tools and procedures. The PPM ensures mobilization of procurement and contract management resources, relying on internal (category leads, CAPEX buyers) and external resources (EPCm).

• Set the project strategy for LLI (Long Lead items) at stage gate 2
• Set the project strategy at stage gate 3, based on the full procurement list of the project (tender packages, bidders list, schedule, budget, roles and responsibilities)
• Interact with the PM (Project Manager) and obtain consensus on the project procurement strategy
• Present the project procurement strategy to the own hierarchy, the CRM (Capex review Meeting) and the project Steerco (where required)
• Manages bridge funds
• Interact with Category leads, as defined in the procurement plan
• Ensure correct implementation of tools, processes and standards throughout the project
• Oversee the EPCm procurement and contracting staff, and ensure adequate mobilization
• Resolve expediting and claim issues, pro-actively handle risk
• Deliver on schedule and cost objectives of the project, regularly report status on project variance and schedule risks.
• Control the need-to-pay process and resolve any issues
• Have a clear overview of the project cash flow situation and requirements
• Document all contract award decisions as per corporate guidelines, based on a transparent risk assessment related to HSE, Schedule, Quality, Contract and Commercial aspects.
• Work towards a strong commercial process, as well pro-actively in the project procurement strategy, as during TBE (multiple qualified bids) and final negotiations.
• Collaborates in internal and external audits.
• Oversee vendors & contractors onsite, analyze the potential risk and recommend actions to mitigate the problems from construction (EHS, personnel, logistics ?)

Who we are looking for
Functional requirements

• University degree, in Engineering, Economics or equivalent
• CAPEX (procurement) background of minimum 3 years
• Strong contracting skills
• Proficient (written and verbal) English
• Computer literate with good solid understanding of the MS Office package
• Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down.
• Experience managing international, multi-disciplinary teams

Personal skills (Behavioral competencies)

• Organized
• Open minded
• Team worker
• Outcome focused
• Positive and committed to work autonomously
• Experience working in matrix organizations, reporting to multiple supervisors
• Problem solver
• Flexible to work in ambiguous situations with limited supervision
• Supports others with less experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skill

What we offer
We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?
If our battery materials can boost the range of e-cars, IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD DO?