Sebastien GAGNEUX
Amsterdam
Summary
Seasoned Procurement manager with over 20 years of extensive experience in the renewable energy sector, specializing in the Utility and C&I segment.
Skilled in managing procurement processes, supplier negotiations and EPC contracts. Proven ability to drive cost savings, optimize supply chains, and support large-scale renewable projects.
Known for delivering value through strategic sourcing, fostering strong supplier partnerships, and driving collaboration across teams. Strong communicator, problem solver, and adaptable leader with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to risk management. Seeking for a new opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager Energy Europe
Prologis
08.2023 - Current
- Identify the means to be put in place and enable the generation of results.
- Manage the supply chain and contribute to the economic performance.
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
Research Engineer
Edf Lab Singapore
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Research activities for SE Asia on Grid/E mobility/H2/Energy Management/Digital Industrialisation of an EMS for microgrids and Lead innovations for Energy solutions in Asia.
Procurement Manager
EDF Renewables Group
03.2015 - 04.2021
- Develop, build and operate solar and wind utility plants internationally
- Procurement manager on solar plant construction, from source to contract.
Strategic Procurement Manager
Vestas
05.2010 - 12.2013
- Define the procurement strategy for building wind farms
- Team leader for sourcing and develop the local supplier expertise on wind turbines.
Education
Master - Procurement Management
EM Lyon
Saint Etienne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes12.2005
Bachelor - Process Automation and Mechanics
Chataigneraire
Chataigneraire, France09.2002
Skills
- Golang / Python
- Blockchain / DeFi
- Business Models and Added Value creation
- Linux / Gitlab
- PMP / EPIC
- Complex Negotiations
- Rec / Carbon Credit
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Procurement expertise
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Languages
French
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1
Training
- Blockchain Revolution, Insead, 01/01/22
- Google It Automation, Google, 01/01/21
- Economic analytics, finance and modeling in renewable energies, Euromoney, 01/01/20
- Key Account Manager, Cegos, 01/01/19
Additional Information
Trainer at climate Fresk. (Fresker). A LEARNING workshop led by a community of Freskers, based on a game with 42 cards taken from the scientific reports of the The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Timeline
Procurement Manager Energy Europe
Prologis
08.2023 - Current
Research Engineer
Edf Lab Singapore
04.2021 - 07.2023
Procurement Manager
EDF Renewables Group
03.2015 - 04.2021
Strategic Procurement Manager
Vestas
05.2010 - 12.2013
Master - Procurement Management
EM Lyon
Bachelor - Process Automation and Mechanics
Chataigneraire
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