Position Summary
Category Manager – Operations & Asset Lifecycle. Reports to the Group Procurement Manager. Full‐time role based in Milan, Italy or Marcoussis, France, with travel required within Europe. Department: Finance / Procurement – Group.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to secure high‐quality equipment and services cost‐efficiently.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple countries to align procurement strategies with project timelines and objectives.
Drive sustainability across the supply chain by integrating CSR and ethical practices into procurement processes.
Define and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories, aligned with the group strategy.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to diversify the network.
Conduct continuous market intelligence to anticipate trends and mitigate risks.
Lead RFx processes and tenders for assigned categories in close collaboration with stakeholders.
Negotiate advantageous contracts while ensuring compliance with legal requirements and internal standards.




Manage contracts and monitor supplier performance, ensuring delivery aligns with contractual services.
Monitor and manage procurement budgets, identify cost‐saving opportunities, and provide regular financial reports.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, regulations, and ethical standards.
Identify potential supply‐chain risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Distribute comprehensive reports to support informed decision‐making.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in Procurement.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a similar role covering Opex and Capex procurement, preferably in data center, infrastructure or large‐scale industrial projects.
Proven experience managing international tenders and negotiating complex contracts.
Proven expertise in procuring services and equipment for maintenance, renovation and optimization of existing f

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