Project Procurement Manager - Loyalist, Canada - Umicore

Umicore

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Loyalist, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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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?

About Umicore Battery Materials in Canada

Umicore is preparing to build a battery materials production plant in Loyalist Township, Ontario - the first of its kind in North America.

The cutting-edge facility will be a critical part of Canada's electric vehicle (EV) supply chain.

Throughout the design, construction, and operation of the plant, Umicore will be seeking a variety of professionals who share our passion for innovation and sustainability.

What you will be doing
For this new site, we are looking for a
Project Procurement Manager, reporting to the Capex Country Manager. In this role you will be responsible for your 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).

Responsibilities

Set the project strategy at all stages of the project, based on the full procurement list of the project (tender packages, bidders list, schedule, budget, roles and responsibilities)
Interact with the Project Managers and obtain consensus on the project procurement strategy
Manages bridge funds
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, proactively handle risk
Deliver on schedule and cost objectives of the project, regularly report status on project variance and schedule risks.
Control the needtopay 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 proactively in the project procurement strategy, as during TBE (multiple qualified bids) and final negotiations.
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

University degree, in Engineering, Economics or equivalent education and experience
At least 3 years of experience in CAPEX procurement
Strong contracting skills
Computer literate with good solid understanding of the MS Office package
Experience managing an international, multidisciplinary team
Highly organized, outcome focused, and strong problem solving skills
Strong team player and collaborator
Able to work autonomously in sometimes ambiguous situations
Experience working in matrix organizations, reporting to multiple stakeholders
Strong communication both written and verbal

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?
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