Global IT Strategic Buyer - Germany/Spain

EWI Recruitment; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment is seeking a Senior IT Strategic Sourcing Consultant for Hamburg, Germany (hybrid, with some travel to Spain) on a 12-month contract. The role focuses on leading end-to-end sourcing across software, hardware, and IT services, engaging with international stakeholders, and delivering cost efficiencies while maintaining governance.

You will manage RFx processes, negotiate terms, and partner with global IT teams to drive procurement excellence in a multinational renewable energy

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in strategic procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Experience independently managing sourcing projects from initiation through contract signature.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives across IT categories (software, hardware, infrastructure, cloud, professional services).
• Manage the complete sourcing lifecycle from requirements gathering to contract finalisation.
• Develop and execute RFx processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP) and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Negotiate commercial terms and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Act as a strategic procurement partner to global IT stakeholders.
• Coordinate contract negotiations with legal, finance and IT teams.
• Deliver sourcing board material and management presentations.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and governance.

Job description

Senior IT Strategic Sourcing Consultant - Germany / Spain

Location: Hamburg, Germany / Pamplona, Spain (Hybrid)

Industry: Renewable Energy

Position: Senior IT Strategic Sourcing Consultant

Employment Type: Contract / Freelance

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Start Date: ASAP - December 2026 / January 2027

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Strategic Sourcing Consultant to support the Global IT Procurement team of a leading international renewable energy company.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing strategic sourcing and procurement activities across various IT categories, including software, hardware, IT infrastructure and professional services.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with strong commercial and negotiation skills to work in a global environment, independently managing sourcing projects and collaborating with international stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives across IT categories, including software, hardware, infrastructure, cloud solutions and IT professional services.
• Manage the complete sourcing lifecycle, from requirements gathering and supplier identification to contract negotiation and finalisation.
• Develop and execute RFx processes, including RFI, RFQ and RFP activities.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate commercial terms and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Act as a strategic procurement business partner to global IT stakeholders.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance and support supplier development.
• Coordinate contract negotiations with legal, finance, IT and other relevant departments.
• Identify opportunities for procurement optimisation, process improvements and cost efficiencies.
• Prepare management presentations, sourcing recommendations and sourcing board documentation.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and governance requirements.
• Collaborate with international teams to support global IT procurement objectives.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in strategic procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Proven experience independently managing sourcing projects from initiation through contract signature.
• Strong commercial awareness, contract negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience managing RFx processes and supplier evaluations.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Experience working in an international and multicultural business environment.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects and priorities independently.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in IT procurement, IT strategic sourcing or indirect purchasing.
• Experience sourcing software licences, SaaS, cloud services, IT hardware, infrastructure or managed services.
• Experience negotiating IT consulting and professional services agreements.
• Previous experience working within multinational organisations.
• Knowledge of SAP or other procurement and sourcing platforms.
• German and/or Spanish language skills.
• Experience working within the renewable energy, engineering or technology sectors.

Contract Details

• Duration: Initial 12-month contract.
• Start Date: ASAP, ideally 1 December 2026 or 1 January 2027.
• Location: Hamburg, Germany (preferred), or Pamplona, Spain.
• Working Model: Hybrid, approximately 2-3 days per week in the office.
• Flexibility: Alternative working arrangements may be considered depending on the candidate's experience and suitability.
• Travel: Candidates based elsewhere may be considered, provided they can travel to the Hamburg office when required.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with an established international organisation in the renewable energy sector.
• Exposure to global IT sourcing projects and international stakeholders.
• Responsibility for independently managing high-value strategic procurement initiatives.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Initial 12-month contract with an international procurement team.

Interested?

If you have a strong background in strategic sourcing and procurement, particularly within IT categories, we would be pleased to hear from you.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.