Operational Buyer

Who We Are:
At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset. 

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

What You’ll Do:
The Operational Buyer supports the execution of procurement activities for wind farm operations, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing of materials and services.
You will be responsible for end-to-end operational procurement execution, while supporting contract implementation, supplier performance, and internal stakeholder coordination. The role works closely with Operations, Engineering, Warehousing, and Finance to ensure uninterrupted asset performance.
The role can be based in Norddeich or Hamburg and will be expected to work from the office a minimum of 4 days per week with one day available to work from home

Key Responsibilities

Your main areas of responsibility include:

1. Operational Procurement Execution

• Execute end-to-end procurement activities: RFQs, bid evaluations, negotiations, order placement, and invoice verification.
• Procure spare parts, tools, consumables, and technical materials required for wind farm operations.
• Ensure delivery timelines, quality, and cost targets are met to support site operations.
• Maintain procurement documentation and ensure audit-ready processes.

2. Supplier Coordination & Performance Support

• Act as the operational interface with suppliers for order execution, delivery tracking, and issue resolution.
• Support supplier performance monitoring (delivery, quality, responsiveness) aligned with defined KPIs.
• Escalate supply or performance risks and support corrective actions.
• Assist in supplier onboarding and compliance with HSE and operational standards.

3. Contract & Compliance Support

• Support implementation of existing contracts, including call-offs and purchase orders.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with contractual terms, internal governance, and procurement procedures.
• Maintain proper documentation for contract execution, variations, and approvals.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, Warehouse, and Finance teams.
• Support internal stakeholders in defining requirements and ensuring timely procurement delivery.
• Contribute to efficient coordination across departments and external service providers.

5. Systems, Data & Inventory Support

• Maintain and update procurement and materials master data in ERP/CMMS systems.
• Support warehouse activities such as inventory checks, stock reporting, and monthly closing activities.
• Contribute to ERP/CMMS system improvements and data quality initiatives.

6. Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements in procurement processes and supply chain efficiency.
• Support standardization of procurement workflows and documentation.
• Contribute to cost optimization and operational efficiency initiatives.

Who You Are

• Structured & Methodical: Able to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative: Works effectively across teams and builds strong relationships.
• Execution-Focused: Delivers reliable procurement outcomes in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Problem-Solver: Proactively resolves supply and operational challenges.
• Independent: Comfortable working autonomously while escalating when needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed commercial apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with different ERP/CMMS systems and MS Office.
• Strong commercial and basic technical understanding.
• Good negotiation and supplier coordination skills.
• Fluent in English (German is an advantage).
• Open to relocate to Norddeich/Hamburg and is open to travel for work.

We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with this job description, we still encourage you to apply. Learn more about our diversity, inclusion and belonging commitments. 

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