Procurement Manager

As a part of the Project management team assigned to the data centre construction project, you will support a full range of procurement and contractual aspects, ensuring compliance with agreed terms, mitigating risks, and supporting project delivery.

• Developing procurement and contracting strategies for services and equipment.
• Conducting strategic sourcing to identify and engage suitable suppliers and contractors.
• Designing pricing mechanisms to ensure cost-effectiveness and transparency.
• Performing optioneering and cost-benefit analysis to support decision-making.
• Providing accurate cost forecasting to inform project budgets and timelines.
• Preparing contract documents and drafting terms and conditions in alignment with Italian regulations and project requirements.
• Collating and issuing Invitation to Tender packages to potential suppliers and contractors.
• Developing selection and evaluation criteria for tender processes.
• Managing tender clarifications, returns, and the down-selection process to identify the most suitable candidates.
• Leading negotiations and facilitating the award of contracts.
• Overseeing subcontracting arrangements and procurement planning to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Supporting business case development and stakeholder management activities.
• Providing contract oversight to ensure adherence to agreed terms.
• Ensuring contract compliance and managing the assurance process.
• Drafting and issuing project correspondence on behalf of the client.
• Managing contracts throughout the project lifecycle, including claims preparation and assessment.
• Handling change control and variation management to address project adjustments.
• Developing and overseeing subcontracting strategies, including approvals.
• Proactively managing commercial risks to safeguard project outcomes.
• Leading project meetings as required to represent procurement interests and update stakeholders.

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Employee Assistance Programme

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

• Technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Cost, Supply Chain,and Commercial Management - ideally both pre- and post- contract.
• Experience in construction industry. Direct experience in data center construction is a plus.
• Previous experience of providing sourcing, procurement and contracts management support to large scale construction programs and projects.
• Knowledge of international construction industry standards and practices.
• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
• Methodical way of thinking and approach to work.
• Excellent problem solving, negotiating, financial and numeracy skills.
• Sound ICT skills, with a high proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Fluency in English and Italian.

Qualifications