IDC Procurement Business Manager

Tencent Cloud; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tencent Cloud is looking for an IDC Procurement & Commercial Manager based in Frankfurt. You will support infrastructure expansion across Europe, focusing on sourcing providers and establishing partnerships with telecom operators. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in telecom or cloud environments, a bachelor's degree, and is fluent in both English and Chinese Mandarin. This role requires frequent travel across Europe and offers an exciting opportunity to influence our growth in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in infrastructure, telecom, or cloud-related environments.
• Technical background in IDC, networking, or cloud infrastructure.
• Experience working with telecom operators or cloud providers.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate IDC providers and infrastructure partners across Europe.
• Manage commercial partnerships with European telecom operators.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support service optimization initiatives.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Knowledge of IDC and networking

Fluent in English

Fluent in Chinese Mandarin

Understanding of peering and routing

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

Cloud & Smart Industries Group (CSIG) is the core driving force behind Tencent's AI commercialization. We lead the company’s AI strategy, turning cutting-edge AI technologies into real-world solutions that redefine industries. By integrating AI with cloud and cybersecurity, we build intelligent systems that transform retail, healthcare, education, transportation, and beyond. CSIG doesn’t just digitize industries—we embed intelligence into every interaction, creating a smarter, more connected ecosystem where users and businesses thrive together.

Position Overview

Tencent Cloud is seeking an IDC Procurement & Commercial Manager to support infrastructure expansion and carrier partnership development across Europe. This role focuses on sourcing and managing IDC resources within European markets, establishing strong commercial relationships with regional telecom operators, and optimizing network interconnection to enhance service quality for end users. You will contribute to localized deployment strategies across key European countries and strengthen long-term infrastructure partnerships to support business growth in the region.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate IDC providers and infrastructure partners across key European markets to support localized deployment and expansion
• Establish and manage commercial partnerships with major European telecom operators to enhance connectivity, reduce latency, and strengthen network reliability through peering and routing optimization
• Act as the key commercial contact for regional carrier partners, maintaining long-term strategic collaboration
• Coordinate with internal operations teams and external carriers to resolve network performance issues and support service optimization initiatives
• Provide insights into European carrier ecosystems, regulatory environments, and interconnection strategies to support regional infrastructure planning

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above with minimum 3 years of relevant experience in infrastructure, telecom, or cloud-related environments
• Technical background in IDC, networking, or cloud infrastructure with practical experience working with telecom operators, cloud providers, or large-scale internet environments including CDN
• Strong understanding of peering, routing optimization, and interconnection models within carrier or IDC environments
• Proven commercial negotiation capability with experience managing cross-border carrier or infrastructure partnerships across multiple European markets
• Excellent working-level proficiency in both English and Chinese Mandarin, written and spoken, to manage internal and external communications and documentation
• Familiarity with contract structures and basic legal considerations in commercial negotiations; relevant cloud or networking certifications are advantageous; willingness to travel frequently across Europe

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.