
Procurement Specialist EU Funds
2 weeks ago
Constanța, Constanța, Romania
P&O Ferries
Full time
€40,000 - €60,000 per year
Job Description:Your Responsibilities: - Collaborating with project managers to develop the contracting strategy for each project.
- Publishing procurement notices or invitations, providing the necessary information for bid preparation, in accordance with specific procurement procedures; prepares the tender documentation and technical specifications for project-related procurements.
- Coordinating the procurement process for goods and services, including the receipt, opening, and evaluation of bids; overseeing the contract signing process with selected suppliers and managing any related appeals or complaints.
- Overseeing the procurement of goods, services, and works within the scope of EU-funded projects, ensuring compliance with the financing agreement, applicable legislation, and relevant guidelines.
- Ensuring compliance with both EU and local procurement regulations.
- Monitoring deliveries and managing the procurement budget.
- Negotiating contracts and maintaining supplier relationships.
- Evaluating and selecting suppliers based on pre-established criteria.
- University degree in a relevant field such as Economics, Legal Studies, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Approximately 3 years of previous experience in procurement or project roles, ideally involving EU or private funding.
- Strong knowledge of EU and local procurement regulations and practices.
- Advanced proficiency in English and Romanian, both written and spoken.
- Valid category B driving license.
- A growth mindset - You're always looking for ways to improve how things are done and raise the bar for performance.
- Self-aware and reflective - You take ownership of your work, regularly evaluating your results and striving to do better.
- Client-focused and solutions-oriented - You listen actively, respond thoughtfully, and turn challenges into opportunities to deliver real value.
- Organizationally savvy - You understand how structures, processes, and culture come together-and you know how to get things done within them.
- Collaborative by nature - You value different perspectives, communicate with respect, and believe the best outcomes come from working as a team.
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