Sourcing Manager

Vallum Associates; España; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallum Associates in Europe is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager for Data Center Infrastructure on a 12-month remote contract. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for MV, LV, cooling, and generators, coordinating with engineering and construction teams across Europe to meet project schedules.

The role requires 7+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement, strong OEM relationships, and proven negotiation of high-value supply agreements with European suppliers.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of data center infrastructure.
• Proven track record negotiating high-value supply agreements.
• Established relationships with OEMs or manufacturers.
• Experience with European suppliers and international supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes and supplier selection.
• Negotiate pricing, framework agreements, and delivery commitments.
• Manage procurement of high-value, long-lead equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to align procurement with schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance and supply chain risks.
• Attend supplier meetings and factory visits across Europe.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Supplier relationships

Job description

Strategic Sourcing Manager – Data Center Infrastructure

Contract: 12 Months

Location: Remote (Europe)

Travel: Occasional supplier visits across the EU

Industry: Data Centers / Mission Critical Infrastructure

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a leading data center developer seeking experienced Strategic Sourcing Managers for an initial 12-month contract.

The successful candidates will develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure supporting large-scale data center developments across Europe.

We are interested in professionals with expertise in one or more of the following categories:

• Medium Voltage (MV): Switchgear, transformers, substations and power distribution.
• Low Voltage (LV): Switchgear, ATS, PDUs and electrical distribution systems.
• Cooling Infrastructure: CDUs, liquid cooling and associated mechanical systems.
• Generators: Standby generators, backup power and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for critical infrastructure equipment.
• Identify, evaluate and negotiate with OEMs, manufacturers and suppliers.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes, commercial negotiations and supplier selection.
• Negotiate pricing, framework agreements, manufacturing capacity and delivery commitments.
• Manage procurement of high-value, long-lead equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to align procurement with project schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, supply chain risks and manufacturing lead times.
• Attend occasional supplier meetings and factory visits across Europe.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or category management.
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of at least one equipment category listed above.
• Established relationships with relevant OEMs and manufacturers.
• Experience negotiating high-value supply agreements and managing complex procurement processes.
• Background in data centers, power generation, utilities, EPC or major infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with European suppliers and international supply chains.
• Strong negotiation, commercial and stakeholder management skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

An opportunity to work with a major data center developer, taking ownership of strategically important equipment categories supporting significant infrastructure investment across Europe.

The position offers remote working, exposure to major international suppliers and responsibility for critical procurement strategies.