Head of Procurement & Logistics for Data Center MEP

Grupo CME; Setúbal; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grupo CME is seeking an experienced Head of Procurement & Logistics to lead procurement and supply chain activities for its Data Centre MEP projects in Portugal. The role emphasizes timely delivery of critical systems, supplier performance, and commercial efficiency across mission-critical sites.

Leading a multidisciplinary team, you will drive procurement governance, risk management, and continuous improvement while aligning with project programs and milestones.

Qualifications

• Fluent English (C1) written and spoken.
• Extensive leadership experience in procurement/supply chain for MEP or Data Centre environments.
• Strong commercial knowledge including supplier negotiations, planning, and subcontract management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and logistics strategies aligned with project programs and milestones.
• Define project procurement plans, identify long-lead items, risks, and mitigation actions.
• Lead sourcing and tendering activities for major MEP packages with evaluations and awards.
• Manage relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, subcontractors, and logistics partners.
• Oversee procurement status, logistics planning, material flows, and site deliveries to meet construction priorities.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Commercial, Construction and Commissioning teams to drive governance and cost optimization.

Skills

English (C1)

Education

Engineering degree

Supply Chain/Procurement/Logistics degree

Job description

Grupo CME is seeking an experienced Head of Procurement & Logistics to lead procurement and supply chain activities for its Data Centre MEP projects in Portugal. The role emphasizes timely delivery of critical systems, supplier performance, and commercial efficiency across mission-critical sites.

Leading a multidisciplinary team, you will drive procurement governance, risk management, and continuous improvement while aligning with project programs and milestones.