Procurement Specialist – Hardware, Software & Cloud

Role & Responsibilities:

• Oversee IT and Telco procurement alongside Project Managers, Lead Buyers, and technical teams, from strategic planning to contract execution.
• Select vendors and manage the tendering process to shortlist optimal offers based on quality, price, availability, and TCO.
• Utilise purchasing productivity tools (e.g., e-RFQ, e-sourcing) effectively.
• Ensure adherence to procurement timelines and governance.
• Lead contract negotiations to maximise performance and cost efficiency.
• Draft contracts aligned with procurement guidelines and standards.
• Manage supplier evaluations and obtain formal negotiation approvals.
• Apply Quality Management Policies as relevant.
• Identify synergies and bundling opportunities across projects.
• Conduct cost analysis and benchmarks for sourcing decisions.
• Oversee full-cycle contract management.
• Share lessons learned and contribute to team knowledge base.
• Coordinate with BCoE for contract implementation and PO management.
• Manage local categories (including subcontracting) for designated clusters.
• Support Lead Buyers with cluster operational visibility and demand oversight.
• Guide and review delegated buyers within the cluster scope.
• Contribute to master planning and ensure on-schedule execution.
• Maintain updated activity logs and project statuses.
• Master procurement systems and at least 1–2 process domains.
• Provide category insight and support in strategic planning.

Your Profile:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset; comfortable working with data and numbers.
• Expertise in contract negotiation and procurement systems.
• Capable of managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• Experience with tier-1 HW/Telco or Services suppliers.
• Proficiency in SAP, especially e-catalog creation, deployment, and management.
• Familiarity with platforms like Ivalua is an advantage.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality frameworks is a plus.
• Master’s degree in Purchasing, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience.
• Fluent in English; other European languages are a plus.