Vice President, Procurement Renewables & New Build Greater Duesseldorf, Germany Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Procurement for renewables and new-build projects. The role leads procurement across a portfolio of wind, solar, and major infrastructure developments, setting strategic direction and developing an international team. Responsibilities include overseeing procurement strategies and supplier relationships from early project development through execution, and personally leading selected high-value, high-risk tenders and negotiations. The Vice President will partner with senior stakeholders, shape commercial and contracting approaches, manage supplier engagement, and balance cost, schedule, quality, risk, sustainability, and security of supply. Candidates should hold a university degree in engineering, business administration, economics, or a comparable field, and typically have at least 12 years of procurement and project experience in energy, infrastructure, engineering, or chemicals. At least seven years leading complex tenders and commercial negotiations, senior leadership experience, and a strong record with EPC, construction, major equipment, and long-term supply contracts are required. The role calls for sound commercial judgment, experience managing contractual and delivery risks, and a proven ability to lead and develop diverse international teams. Expertise in energy markets, particularly renewables, hydrogen, and clean power, is expected; fluent written and spoken English is essential, while German or another relevant language is an advantage.

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Uniper