Contract and Commercial Manager for Industrial Construction Reports to : Senior CAPEX/GID Purchasing Manager
AESC is currently seeking a highly skilled Contract Manager to join our team for a significant Engineering-Procurement-Construction project. This project involves the construction of large-scale production lines that have never been built before, with the goal of achieving cell production volume at an unprecedented scale. We are looking for individuals with exceptional talent who are passionate about advancing energy sustainability. As part of the GID Purchasing Team, you will play a crucial role in procuring the necessary equipment and materials for the projects in the EU and the UK. Contractor oversight
• Develop bulks purchasing strategy for Project Director approval
• Draft purchase and material management plan
• Stress test contractor purchase strategy against best-practice (e.g., Implementing Worldwide/Regional/Country agreements, as necessary, to consolidate suppliers/spend.
Work with freight forwarder to ensure all key export/import/transient documents/permits are in place and correct
Provide input to cost estimator/cost control regarding freight
• Organize detailed delivery of all key items if not being handled by the contractor
• Work on “Lean” initiatives and identify other sourcing efficiencies via benchmarking, VA/VE (Value Analysis/ Value Engineering), competitive quotes and resourcing.
• Maintain and pre-qualify vendors from a financial health point of view (Envision legal/procurement department) and maintain AVL (Approved Vendor List)for the project
• Support the purchase order closeout process including reconciliation of material receipts, billings, changes, and payments
• Ensuring commodity spend is managed efficiently and effectively and within contract compliance
• Participate in claim resolution
• Prepare commercial bid evaluations and make recommendations to the Project Director
Master’s degree in Engineering
• Graduate studies in project management business will be valued
• Have between 3-5 years of experience in purchasing areas part of MEP, Construction or Facilities space, of large industrial construction projects ($100m+ capex)
• Additional experience in project controls or construction management preferred.
• Hi-tech, construction and/or automotive industry experience.
• Strategic Sourcing, Opportunity Analyses, and Contract Negotiations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English, and presentation skills are a must
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power BI.
• Ability to work within a high-performance, cross-functional organization with challenging timelines and goals
• Ability to train and mentor colleagues on best practices for project management and execution
• Driver’s license
Welcome to the global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonuses program.