Procurement Manager

Nova Complex; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Complex in Finland is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead end-to-end procurement for construction materials, subcontractor packages, and equipment across Loviisa and Kouvola data centre campuses. You will establish the procurement function and build a Nordic supplier network to support fast-growing infrastructure projects.

The role focuses on EU/Finnish regulatory compliance, logistics oversight, and collaboration with legal and finance to manage contracts in Finnish

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of procurement experience in industrial, construction, or infrastructure projects.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Eligibility to work in Finland or ability to obtain a valid work permit.
• Strong understanding of Finnish construction standards, EU procurement practices, and Nordic contracting norms.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement for construction materials, subcontractor packages, and industrial equipment.
• Develop and maintain a Nordic and local vendor base across key categories.
• Oversee logistics coordination, customs clearance, delivery scheduling, and on-site acceptance.
• Develop and refine local procurement SOPs and support ESG vendor assessments.
• Collaborate with legal and finance to manage supplier contracts under Finnish jurisdiction.
• Provide regular updates to management on progress, costs, and supplier risk.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related

Job description

Established in 2023, Nova Complex (“Nova”) is built on a foundation of deep industry expertise and a clear mission: to catalyse the development of next-generation digital infrastructure across Finland and beyond. We are committed to accelerating the energy transition by delivering high-value, sustainable solutions that meet the evolving needs of global hyperscale customers.

As a full-stack, vertically integrated platform, Nova combines local insight with vast experience in designing tailored infrastructure that optimizes both performance and efficiency. We are focused on markets with a strong growth trajectory, ensuring that our projects contribute positively to the local economy and the future of digital connectivity. At Nova, we don’t just manage infrastructure; we build the backbone of a sustainable digital future.

About the Role

This is the first in-house procurement role in Finland for Nova Complex. You will handle end-to-end procurement of construction materials, subcontractor packages, and industrial equipment across our Loviisa and Kouvola data centre campuses, while also laying the groundwork for a procurement function that can grow with the business.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Day-to-day procurement

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities including RFQs, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiations, contract execution, and purchase order processing for construction materials, subcontractor packages, and industrial equipment
• Develop and maintain a qualified Nordic and local vendor base across key categories including building materials, civil and structural subcontractors, and MEP contractors, as well as critical IDC equipment such as UPS, cooling systems, switchgear, and generators
• Oversee logistics coordination, customs clearance, delivery scheduling, and on-site equipment acceptance

Compliance

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with EU regulations, Finnish commercial law, import/export requirements, and internal approval processes

Building the function

• Develop and refine local procurement SOPs as the organisation scales
• Support vendor ESG assessments in line with Finnish and EU sustainability requirements
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to adapt and manage supplier contracts under Finnish jurisdiction

Stakeholder communication

• Provide regular updates to management on procurement progress, cost developments, and supplier risk
• Ensure alignment with international supply chain and project teams across regions

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
• 10+ years of procurement experience in industrial, construction, or infrastructure projects, including sourcing of construction materials and subcontractor packages
• Strong understanding of Finnish construction standards, EU procurement practices, and Nordic contracting norms
• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• Eligibility to work in Finland or ability to obtain a valid work permit

Preferred

• Experience procuring for data centre, energy, or other large-scale mission-critical infrastructure projects
• Conversational Finnish
• Experience with cross-border EU logistics and customs processes
• Exposure to matrix or multi-stakeholder working environments
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
• Strong communication skills across international and cross-cultural teams
• Detail-oriented, with a strong sense of accountability and precision

Additional Information

This is a full-time position based in Finland. The role involves working closely with international stakeholders and supporting complex infrastructure project delivery.