Procurement and Logistics Coordinator (12-Month Contract) - Release

Want to join an innovative player in renewable energy that is rapidly growing in Africa? Since it was established in 2019 as part of renewable energy frontrunner, Release by Scatec has been developing and deploying a unique, flexible leasing solution of pre-assembled and modular solar and battery equipment for the mining and utilities market. Release is owned by Scatec ASA and Climate Fund Managers (CFM) through its EU-supported Climate Investor One Fund, a USD 1 billion blended finance facility focused on renewable energy infrastructure in emerging markets. The company is headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Release is looking for a Procurement and Logistics Coordinator  in Cape Town to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Procurement and Logistics Coordinator you will provide a procurement and logistic service to the relevant business unit through frequent reporting and ensuring that goods are delivered on time, within budget and compliant with procurement policies and within the expected quality requirement. 

Main responsibilities  

• Follow the guidelines and prescribed structures as outlined by the operating system 
• Provide continuous input towards improvement and optimisation of the operating system 
• Highlight logistic risks identified during the structuring phase and timeously communicate to Line Manager 
• Facilitate visits to potential ports and obtain road risk assessment to site 
• Assist with the bid evaluation and recommendation process 
• Prepare contracts for relevant service/material suppliers 
• Ensure that signed contract is returned, shared on document management system and communicated to Project Team 
• Draft procurement policy and procedure for the respective countries 
• Prepare all purchase orders for procurement of assets including spare parts 
• Assist with the contracting of service agreements and supply accounts 

Qualifications and competencies  

• Minimum: Diploma in Supply Chain Management 
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role 
• 2+ years’ experience in Procurement Operating System 
• Previous experience in Contract Management  
• Coordinate the implementation of local content and economic development commitments under procurement 
• Assist in the audit of the implementation of procurement policy and procedure 
• Organise day-to-day electronic filing in the document management system 
• Excellent knowledge in MS Office: Advanced Excel, MSWord, PowerPoint 
• Presentation and report writing skills 
• Excellent communication skills, customer and goal oriented 

Personal characteristics 

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are: 

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way 
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently 
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust 
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude 

 For the particular role we also expect 

• Should be available and accustomed to travel internationally to 3rd world and other countries 
• Must be able to work extended hours 

We offer

Release, is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry.  We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. 

Release is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.

All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.