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Senior Procurement Manager (Onshore Wind)
€80k - 100k per year + Bonus
Renewable Energy
Europe
Berlin, Germany
Permanent
Hybrid

Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager

Industry: Wind Energy

Location: Berlin, Hamburg

Salary: Up To €100,000 (DOE)

 

Piper Maddox is partnering closely with one of our key clients—a rapidly growing onshore wind business—to support the expansion of their procurement function, based in Berlin. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your existing experience and take ownership within a fast-growing IPP that’s committed to establishing itself as a true market leader.

 

Your Role

You’ll serve as the primary point of contact for turbine suppliers and the go-to expert on contracts within the business.

 

In this role, you’ll provide vital support to teams across the company, including investment, development, and asset management.

 

At the same time, you’ll have backing from technical, legal, and commercial teams—enabling you to focus on the core of your role: managing supplier relationships and having a deep understanding of the contracts you’re responsible for.

 

Your Profile

 

  • 5+ Years Experience as procurement/key account manager inside wind energy developer/IPP
  • Wind turbine & BOP procurement experience
  • Track record in supplier relationship management in the German market
  • Strong understanding of procurement contracts
  • Native level of German, strong level of English is desired

 

Next Steps

Click apply or send your CV to h.safavi@pipermaddox.com

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