Director of Procurement (M/F/D)

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is specialized in the Development, Design and Engineering, Financing, EPC and Operation of solar power and provides turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally. As a manufacturer-independent integrated developer, the company focuses on tailor-made solar power plant solutions that maximize lifecycle performance and returns. Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of almost 2 Gigawatt. We employ over 840 specialists, in all areas of the solar power plant value chain in over 40 countries. The company operates internationally from offices in Spain Germany, Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Panama, India and South East Asia. To oversee logistics, planning and purchasing to ensure the consistency, cost-effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy of the procurement process. Responsible for overseeing and facilitating the purchasing strategy, supervising teams of subordinate staff in purchasing, operations and logistics, and ensuring all employees and processes meet the company’s standards and designations for work quality. Developing and improving existing procurement strategies, principles, processes and policies that can be applied across the various jurisdictions that operates in for various product categories the organization requires for its projects Manage project risks with creative problem-solving and escalate as required Coordination with internal stakeholders and board members to align procurement strategy with companies goals Develop and nurture relationships with the key vendors and service providers to support the scaling of and requirements of the business Support dissemination of organizational know-how and learning with internal and external stakeholders Master Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain, Economics, Engineering or similar Minimum of total of 10 years of working experience, including management positions, experience in procurement and supply chain and experience in the Renewable Energy sector Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments and teams Experienced in contract negotiations Strong organization skills and superior attention to detail Experience in managing multi-site and multi-vendor orders at the international level Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Experienced dealing with a variety of legal, liability, and insurance administration issues. Good knowledge of computer software, such as supply chain and ERP systems Ability to proactively manage and resolve conflicts Preferred: Executive master of business administration, certifications in procurement, supply chain management, or logistics from accredited institutions, such as: CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) certification Six Sigma or Lean certifications (if relevant) Note: Certifications are not specifically required but may be advantageous English, other languages such as German, Spanish, Chinese are preferred A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world An open-minded, friendly, dynamic, and highly motivated team Interesting and challenging tasks, and thus a scope of professional growth and development We encourage both team work and personal responsibility Very good opportunities for professional and personal development Competitive remuneration, and other exciting benefits We know that no candidate ticks every box. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status. We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.