Data Centre Equipment Procurement Lead
Core
Define and drive procurement strategy for long lead equipment across data centre developments in Continental Europe, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery aligned with project requirements.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement lead (data centre equipment)
Builds
Data centre developments across Continental Europe
Domain
Real estate / Data centre infrastructure / Supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic procurement planning, Category strategy development, End-to-end tender management, Contract negotiation, Supplier relationship management, Cost optimization, Risk mitigation, ESG integration, Stakeholder collaboration, Procurement governance
Preferred skills
Experience with long lead equipment, Knowledge of data centre technical requirements, Proficiency in procurement tools and reporting methodologies
Technologies
Procurement tools, systems, and reporting methodologies
Responsibilities
Define and maintain procurement policies, frameworks, and governance structures; Lead end-to-end procurement processes including supplier onboarding, RFP development, tendering, and contract award; Manage supplier performance, audits, and evaluations; Drive cost optimization and supply chain risk mitigation; Embed procurement best practices across project teams; Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with project and business goals.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
