Director of Procurement

1 giorno fa

milano, lombardy, Italia Piper Maddox Tempo pieno

European Procurement Director – Renewables (BESS, Solar PV & Wind)

Location: Milan, Italy

Salary: Competitive + Bonus


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The Opportunity

Piper Maddox are supporting a leading European IPP developing, financing and operating utility-scale Solar PV, BESS and Onshore Wind projects across Europe.


With a significant multi-GW pipeline, they are looking for a Procurement Director to lead their procurement strategy and supply chain operations from their Milan headquarters.


You will take strategic and operational ownership of procurement, combining high-value negotiations, tender management, supplier strategy and team leadership.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies across Solar PV, BESS and Wind projects.
  • Lead end-to-end RFP/RFQ and tender processes , from supplier selection through to contract award.
  • Negotiate major equipment and supply agreements covering BESS systems, PV modules, inverters, mounting structures and WTGs .
  • Negotiate and manage EPC, BESS, LTSA and O&M contracts .
  • Oversee purchasing and PO workflows , ensuring alignment with project financing and construction milestones.
  • Collaborate closely with EPC, Engineering, Development, Legal, Finance and Construction teams.
  • Ensure procurement activities meet corporate governance and ESG requirements.


Key Requirements

  • 10+ years' procurement experience within renewable energy, energy infrastructure or utilities.
  • Proven experience managing procurement for utility-scale Solar PV and BESS ; Wind/WTG experience is advantageous.
  • Strong knowledge of the European renewable energy supply chain, EPC market and major equipment suppliers.
  • Proven experience negotiating high-value equipment and EPC contracts.
  • Experience leading and developing procurement teams.
  • Fluent Italian and English .
  • Based in or willing to relocate to Milan , with regular office presence.
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics or a related field.


What We Offer

  • Senior leadership position within a well-capitalised, growing IPP .
  • Opportunity to shape procurement across a multi-GW European renewable portfolio .
  • Exposure across BESS, Solar PV and Wind . xjncmbx
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.