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, renovat

📌 Procurement - Category Manager - Operations & Asset Lifecyle (Comunidad de Madrid)
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📍 Comunidad de Madrid