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ContourGlobal, a KKR company, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets across Europe, North and South America, with a presence in Africa and Asia. The company currently manages 5.5 GW of installed capacity across multiple technologies and asset classes, with an additional 800 MW of renewables under construction and nearly 12.6 GW under development.

ContourGlobal is accelerating the decarbonization of its portfolio and evolving into a predominantly renewable IPP, supported by long- term contracts and innovative PPAs coupled with energy management solutions that deliver value beyond market standards. As a symbol of its ongoing transformation and growth, the company recently unveiled a new brand identity, celebrating 20 years of history and embracing The Right Power Forward as its guiding purpose.

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Strategic Procurement Lead

Santiago, Chile/Hybrid

Job Summary

As a Strategic Procurement Lead, you will join our Procurement Team and report directly to the Latam Procurement Manager. In this role, you will support Chile and the South America region by leading and managing sourcing events and tenders in accordance with the Company's procurement standards and best practices, while developing deep category and supplier expertise.

The Strategic Procurement Lead is responsible for the timely and accurate procurement of goods and services across designated categories, with a particular focus on renewable energy technologies. This role involves managing supplier sourcing, negotiations, onboarding, contracting,



and ongoing supplier performance and relationship management. Additionally, the position prepares procurement documentation, reports, and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory compliance reporting. Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all

Key Responsibilities:

- Procurement of Goods and Services
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process for goods and services within designated categories, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, timely delivery, and compliance with Company policies and procedures.

- Lead and manage sourcing events and competitive tender processes in accordance with Company guidelines and procurement standards.
- Evaluate bids and proposals against technical, commercial, and contractual requirements while ensuring alignment with budget expectations.
- Identification of New Suppliers and Opportunities

- Identify, assess, and onboard qualified suppliers to strengthen and diversify the Company's supplier base.
- Proactively identify opportunities for cost savings, innovation, process improvements, and value creation.

- Supplier and Contract Management

- Conduct complex commercial negotiations to secure favorable pricing, contractual terms, and service levels.




- Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

Your profile is a natural match if you have:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Experience: 5-8 years of progressive procurement experience across a diverse range of goods and services within a multinational environment. Experience in renewable energy, power generation, or infrastructure sectors will be considered an advantage.
- Travel Requirements: upon business needs.
- Skills
- Proven track record of leading complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.

What drives your application forward:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement
- Proficiency in procurement software (SAP; Coupa) will be considered a plus.
- Knowledge of market trends and supplier management practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Our Values

We is our greatest asset

We respect and protect the environment

We are doers, committed to doing things right

We act with integrity and transparency

We think and act like entrepreneurs

You can find here more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.

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