Construction Procurement & Logistics Manager / Director

Muscat, Oman | Full-Time Cornerstone Global Partners is partnering with a growing renewable energy developer to appoint a Construction Procurement & Logistics Manager / Director. The business has a multi-country portfolio of utility-scale wind, solar and BESS projects across the GCC and Africa, with several moving into construction. Reporting to the Head of Renewable Construction Program, you will lead procurement, supply chain and logistics for the construction phase of the portfolio, from contract award through to delivery on site. You will make sure wind turbines, PV modules, BESS, HV equipment and balance-of-plant materials arrive on time, to specification and within budget. Key Responsibilities Construction Procurement & Contracting • Develop and execute construction procurement plans and packaging strategies for EPC, OEM, BOP and long-lead equipment, aligned with construction schedules • Lead tendering, technical and commercial bid evaluation, negotiation and award of construction supply, subcontract and site service contracts • Build and maintain a pre-qualified vendor and contractor base across the company's markets, including local and in-country suppliers • Manage purchase orders, contract variations and supplier claims with Contracts, Legal and Finance Supply Chain Management • Plan and track the end-to-end supply chain for critical equipment, including turbines, modules, inverters, BESS, transformers, cables and structures • Expedite manufacturing and deliveries, and run factory inspections, FATs and quality checks with Engineering and QA/QC • Identify supply risks (lead times, price volatility, geopolitical, single-source) and put mitigation and alternative sourcing in place Logistics & Site Materials • Supervise international and domestic logistics, covering freight forwarding, shipping, port handling, customs clearance and Incoterms compliance • Plan heavy-lift and oversized transport for turbine components and transformers, including route surveys, permits and escorts • Oversee site laydown areas, warehousing, materials receipt, inventory control and preservation of stored equipment • Ensure logistics HSE standards are met across transport, lifting and storage operations Cost Control, Reporting & Team Leadership • Deliver procurement savings and control spend against approved budgets, tracking commitments, forecasts and cash flow • Report procurement and delivery status, risks and KPIs to senior leadership and project teams • Establish construction procurement and logistics procedures and ERP systems with full compliance and audit traceability • Lead and develop a team of buyers, expediters and logistics coordinators, supporting Omanisation and local talent targets Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business or a related field • 8+ years in construction procurement and supply chain, including supervising logistics on large energy or infrastructure projects • Hands-on experience procuring and delivering major equipment for utility-scale wind, solar, BESS or power projects • Strong knowledge of EPC and supply contracts (FIDIC or equivalent), Incoterms, customs and heavy-lift logistics • Proven negotiation, vendor management and cost control capability • Experience in the GCC and/or Africa Preferred • CIPS, CSCP or equivalent certification, or a postgraduate qualification in supply chain or business • Experience with SAP or Oracle ERP • Experience working with Chinese and European OEMs • Arabic language skills Application Process As part of our hiring process, this role may use Keystone AI’s artificial intelligence or automated tools to assist with reviewing and screening applications. These tools support, but do not replace, human judgment in making hiring decisions. Your application will be considered complete only after you have completed the full registration process on the Keystone AI platform, including creating your profile, uploading your CV, and submitting your application. The AI interview is optional but encouraged and is not required for your application to be considered. By submitting your personal data and/or resume, you give consent to collection, use and disclosure of your personal data and/or resume by the company (or its agent) for the purpose of the processing and administration by the company relating to this job application. Read our Privacy Policy. CGP Group is an affirmative equal-opportunity employer and recruitment firm. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Information provided in this advertisement is for recruitment purposes only.