Project Procurement Manager – Kuwait

We know that a business thrives only when its people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global and diverse team is eager to support you and challenge you to grow in many ways. Who knows where our joint journey will take you?

Siemens strongly believes in the value of a Digital Portfolio. That’s why Smart Infrastructure combines Digital Power Distribution and Digital Building Infrastructure technologies. Our Digital Portfolio enables our customers to experience buildings that are intuitive, comfortable, safe, secure, and energy efficient.

Our Smart Infrastructure team works to create resilient and sustainable infrastructure. We connect the physical world with the digital world. With the help of data and analytics, we empower our customers to make their energy systems and processes in buildings and industries more efficient and sustainable. Together with our customers, we transform the everyday for a better tomorrow.

Join our Smart Infrastructure SI GSW as Project Procurement Manager and help us reimagine the world by finding solutions that will make tomorrow a more innovative place.

You ‘ll make a difference by

• Being responsible for the procurement activities in various projects in the Middle East area of Grid Software.
• Develop and implement external Supplier and Commodity strategies in line with global Procurement strategies, identify and qualify national and international suppliers, build a portfolio of innovative preferred suppliers, and continuously optimize their performance.
• Manage supplier capabilities to deliver materials and services in line with business requirements related to commercial, quality and supply aspects.
• Negotiate and implement supplier contracts for projects and support the execution team in case of any project issues caused by supplier side.
• Drive sustainability, digitalization, and cybersecurity initiatives with our suppliers and optimize 3rd-party costs in customer offers and projects in close collaboration with the sales team.
• As part of the Siemens procurement network, you will use global resources and work across hierarchies.
• You are reliable, pursue your goals consistently within cross-functional teams, and ensure the implementation of agreed results
• Finally, you will act as a point of contact for clarifications and critical issues and handle active risk management

Your success is grounded in

• University Degree in electrical engineering. Alternatively, you have a business degree with relevant experience.
• Min. 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in project procurement preferably in the building/infrastructure/software/oil & gas industry dealing with international suppliers.
• Exceptional relationship development skills at all levels, with proven track record in successful negotiations and relationship management (internal & external).
• Strong ownership, negotiation skills, attention to details and well organized.
• Able to handle multiple tasks at the same time and meet project deadlines.

We offer you

• 2 to 3 days of mobile working per week as a global standard.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• An environment where everyone can bring their whole self and feel a sense of belonging.
• the foundation to develop personally and expertly.
• Great variety of learning & development opportunities

Transform the everyday with us!

If you are a motivated teammate, eager to learn new things and looking to grow your career in a strong and froward-thinking company, hit apply!. Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work. Siemens is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate unlawfully on any grounds. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

At Siemens, we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow ‘s reality. Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds

Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.