Senior Procurement Manager

TGRC is partnered with a leading European independent energy storage provider, committed to transforming the energy landscape through innovative and sustainable solutions. With a strong and growing presence across Europe, the company focuses on large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to support grid stability, enable renewable energy integration, and contribute to net-zero targets.

Operating across multiple European markets, the organisation combines technical expertise with a forward-thinking approach to deliver scalable energy storage solutions that optimise how and when energy is used.

About the Role

We are supporting a rapidly expanding renewable energy business in the search for a Procurement Manager to strengthen its growing procurement function.

With an extensive pipeline of battery energy storage (BESS) projects across Europe, many of which are entering the contracting phase, the company is scaling its procurement capabilities to support delivery at pace.

This role will play a key part in executing a structured and standardised procurement strategy, enabling projects to be delivered efficiently across multiple geographies.

Location: Germany (multiple locations) / Remote

Key Responsibilities

• Lead tender processes and negotiate framework agreements and project contracts for BESS projects across Germany and wider European markets
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, from initiation through to contract execution
• Act as a central interface between procurement teams, technical specialists, project developers, and external contractors
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including asset management, construction, finance, and origination to ensure alignment on technical and commercial requirements
• Work closely with external legal and technical advisors to strengthen contractual outcomes
• Conduct and manage due diligence processes related to supplier selection and contract award
• Support the development and expansion of a strong contractor base within Germany, particularly across electrical and Balance of Plant (BoP) scopes
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers and partners
• Maintain procurement databases, including supplier evaluations, benchmarking, and market intelligence

Candidate Profile

• Approximately 5+ years of experience in procurement or contract management, ideally within the energy or infrastructure sector
• Experience working on CAPEX projects within renewable energy (e.g. BESS, solar PV, wind, or similar)
• Strong understanding of contract frameworks such as FIDIC and/or VOB/B
• Proven track record of negotiating complex commercial and contractual agreements
• Experience working in international project environments
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. engineering, business, or similar)
• Fluent in German (native level) with additional European languages are advantageous
• Strong commercial acumen and structured working approach
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Results-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multicultural teams