Global Category Manager: Data Center Ops & Procurement

Data4; Madrid; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DATA4 is seeking a Category Manager - Operations & Asset Lifecycle to lead strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract management for campus operations and retrofit projects across Europe. You will oversee supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and align procurement with project timelines.

Reporting to the Group Procurement Manager, you will collaborate with operations, support, and project managers across countries, drive cost control, ensure compliance, and promote sustainability

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a similar role covering Opex and Capex procurement.
• Experience in international tenders and complex contracts.
• Procurement of services/equipment for facility maintenance and upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management across categories.
• Lead RFx processes and negotiate contracts with internal stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure policy compliance, risk management, and performance monitoring.

Skills

International procurement

TCO analysis

Risk management

Contract management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Procurement

Job description

DATA4 is seeking a Category Manager - Operations & Asset Lifecycle to lead strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract management for campus operations and retrofit projects across Europe. You will oversee supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and align procurement with project timelines.

Reporting to the Group Procurement Manager, you will collaborate with operations, support, and project managers across countries, drive cost control, ensure compliance, and promote sustainability