Technical Tender & Procurement Engineer
Rotterdam - Netherlands
Job Summary
Location:
Rotterdam South Holland NetherlandsJob ID:
R0117566Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY THE NETHERLANDS B.V.Profession (Job Category):
Customer Service & Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
AsTechnical Tender & Procurement Engineer you play a key supporting role in the successful preparation and execution ofcomplexelectrical infrastructure projects. You contribute to supply chain and procurement activities primarily during thetender and early projectexecutionphases ensuring technical alignment betweenclientsengineering requirements and supplier capabilities.
You act as an important interface betweentender engineering teams and the procurement/supply chain function helping translate technical specifications into sourcing strategies and supplier this role you support efficientcompliant procurementwhile contributing to strong supplierselectionand competitive project bids in an international environment.
This role suits ahands-ontechnically-mindedprofessionalwith an engineering background strong analytical skills andexperiencein procurement and commercial topics. You are comfortable working cross-functionally and eager to develop further within project supply chain or tender management.
HowYoullMake an Impact
Support and coordinate procurement activities during the bid phase working closely withsales &tenderengineers to translate technical requirements into RFQs and supplier packages.
Assistin preparing bid documentation evaluating supplier offers and contributing to negotiations from both a technical and commercial perspective.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineeringsales &tenderteams supply chain management cost controlling and legal) to ensure alignment between technical specifications and procurement approach.
Contribute to drafting and managing RFQs purchase orders and supplier documentation in line with company standards and processes.
Support supplier selection by performing technical and commercial comparisons and basic market analysis.
Monitor supplier inputs during the tender phase and flag risks inconsistencies or optimization opportunities.
Ensure compliance with internal policies quality standards and applicable regulations throughout procurement activities.
Lead negotiations process to ensure bestprice quality balance
Establishlong termpartnership with suppliers
Continuously support improvement of tender and procurement processes tools and collaboration across teams.
Your Background
Bachelors orMasters degree inElectrical Engineering Energy Technology or a related technical field.
Approximately37 years of experiencein technical tendering project engineering or procurement withinelectricalinfrastructure energy or industrial projects.
Experience working withtechnical specifications supplier documentation or project bidsis essential; direct procurement experience isadvantageousbut not mandatory.
Fluent Dutch and strong English language skills (written and verbal).
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to understand and connecttechnical and commercial requirements.
Comfortable working in cross-functional teams and international project environments.
Familiarity with procurement processes contract basics or supplier management is a plus.
More About Us
We offer a competitive benefits package to support your professional growth and well-being. Depending on country and experience this may include:
Pension and insurance coverage
Bonus plan
Hybrid and flexible working models
Learning and development opportunities
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