This job is with Colt Technology Services, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest general platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Function: Finance - Procurement
Reports to: Procurement Business Partner Head
Procurement Business Partners are responsible for delivering commercial value across key spend categories through effective sourcing, supplier management, and commercial negotiation. The role partners closely with business stakeholders to secure optimal commercial outcomes, manage supplier and contractual risk, and support the delivery of operational and financial objectives.Acting as a trusted procurement adviser, the role provides market insight, procurement expertise, and commercial guidance to enable informed business decisions and sustainable value creation.
Manage assigned procurement categories and supplier portfolios to maximise value, optimise spend, and support business objectives.
Maximizes the use of tools, processes, policy setting and enforcement in alignment with the Category strategy to support the control of the spend
Negotiate commercial, contractual, and service arrangements that deliver favourable business outcomes and manage risk.
Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide pragmatic procurement solutions.Manage supplier performance and relationships to support service quality, continuity, and business requirements.
Assess commercial and supply risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures in partnership with stakeholders.
Provide expert procurement advice and market insight to support business planning and decision-making.




Ensure procurement activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, governance requirements, and relevant legislation.
Key performance indicators:
Successful opportunity analysis
You will be working in an international environment with stakeholders across the business in various geographies
Key stakeholders include our O&E; colleagues, Engineering, Finance Business Partners, and Legal
Significant years of experience in procurement within a complex multinational environment, ideally within the Telecoms, Tech or Data Centre sectors
Experience in electricity, sub-sea, critical infrastructure or network infrastructure would be beneficial, but is not required
Demonstrated success in leading complex RFPs, commercial negotiations, and contract discussions that deliver measurable business value
Experience managing supplier portfolios and supporting business-critical operational or technology-related categories
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate cost, value, risk, and business outcomes when making recommendations and decisions.
Ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions and levels, balancing business priorities with procurement and governance requirements
Experience operating independently in ambiguous situations and exercising sound judgement on commercial and supplier-related matters
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including the interpretation of commercial, financial, and supplier performance data
Familiarity with procurement, sourcing, contract management and supplier management processes and tools
Fluent English required; BSc degree in procurement, supply chain management, logistics or business administration

📌 Business Partner (Barcelona)
🏢 Colt Technology Services
📍 Barcelona