AESC is looking for a CAPEX Construction Purchasing Manager in Spain to work on large scale Gigafactory construction project. The company is undergoing rapid expansion with cutting-edge, never-before-built production lines, aiming to reach very high cell production volumes. You should thrive in high-performance environments and bring a proactive, solutions-driven attitude to every stage of the procurement process.
Define the procurement plan for indirect, construction services, engineering, and materials in alignment with the project's reverse schedule.
# Develop commercial strategies with cost targets and package-specific sourcing approaches (local vs. Implement and manage the procurement strategy throughout the project lifecycle.
# Negotiate, formalize, and manage contracts with vendors, ensuring compliance and delivery tracking.
# Manage contractual change orders and project-related negotiations.
# Coordinate systemic PO/PR generation aligned with procurement planning outputs.
# Proactively identify opportunities to reduce costs and contribute to the acceleration of industrial development.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement and contract management for large-scale industrial construction projects, ideally within MEP, CSA, or general construction.
# Additional experience in project control or construction management preferred.
# Strategic Sourcing, Cost Analyses, and Contract Negotiations skills required.
# Excellent written and verbal communication in English (C1 minimum), and presentation skills are a must.
# Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, SAP
# 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.