Procurement - Category Manager - Operations & Asset Lifecyle

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 facilities, including FM, security, connectivity and intellectual services.
• Hard skills: Negotiation and contract management experience; cost analysis (TCO, should‑cost analysis); risk management; strong analytical, detail oriented and problem‑solving skills; strategic planning and execution aligned with procurement objectives.
• Soft skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strategic vision; collaborative team‑oriented approach; strong organizational skills; high ethical standards and integrity; resilient under pressure.
• Language: Fluent in English and French.
• Working conditions: Occasional travel to supplier locations and group sites in France and internationally; dynamic, fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

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