Procurement Specialist – Solar PV Project

Procurement Specialist – Solar PV Project

• We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support a major Solar PV / Energy Project in Swakopmund, Namibia. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement and contract-related activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that goods, services, equipment, and contractors are sourced efficiently, competitively, and in accordance with project requirements and applicable procurement regulations.
• This position follows a 1 week in Swakopmund, Namibia, followed by 3 weeks working from South Africa, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in energy, infrastructure, engineering, or large-scale projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Legal, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ professional experience in procurement and contract management.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement for Solar PV, electrical primary equipment and/or BESS projects.
• Experience within infrastructure, energy, construction, or large-scale engineering projects.
• Proven experience in contract negotiations, bid evaluations and supplier management.
• Experience in procurement planning and drafting bidding/tender documentation.
• Knowledge of the Namibian Public Procurement Act (Act No. 15 of 2015).
• Knowledge of international procurement guidelines, including World Bank Procurement Regulations and FIDIC Conditions of Contract.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel to Swakopmund, Namibia for approximately 1 week per month, with the remaining 3 weeks working from South Africa.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement activities throughout the project lifecycle, from procurement planning through to contract award and supplier management.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies and plans in line with project requirements.
• Prepare, review and manage tender and bidding documentation.
• Coordinate the tendering process, including RFQs/RFPs, bid evaluations and procurement recommendations.
• Conduct commercial and technical bid evaluations and provide recommendations.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, commercial terms and delivery conditions with suppliers and contractors.
• Manage supplier and contractor relationships throughout the project.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules and contractual obligations.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable Namibian procurement legislation and project requirements.
• Apply relevant World Bank procurement regulations and FIDIC contractual principles where required.
• Support the procurement of Solar PV equipment, electrical primary equipment, BESS equipment, materials and project-related services.
• Review supplier quotations and commercial proposals to ensure value for money.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, tender documentation, contracts and supplier information.
• Monitor procurement costs and support project teams with budget and expenditure tracking.
• Identify procurement risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Assist with contract administration and ensure compliance with contractual terms.
• Prepare procurement reports and provide regular updates to project management.
• Liaise with engineering, project management, finance and technical teams to ensure procurement requirements are met.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and efficiencies.
• Travel to Swakopmund, Namibia for approximately 1 week per month, with the balance of the month working remotely/from South Africa.

Closing Date: 2026-09-10