Buyer / Procurement Operations Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Buyer / Procurement Operations Specialist to support our Procurement Category Managers in sourcing services for data centre builds. The role is contract‑based for six months and involves managing the full RFQ lifecycle to ensure timely and compliant supplier selection.

Key responsibilities

• Support Category Managers in planning and executing end‑to‑end RFQ events, from initiation to award.
• Prepare, launch and monitor RFQs, ensuring adherence to timelines and governance.
• Coordinate supplier communications, handle clarification questions and evaluate bids.
• Maintain sourcing documentation, support supplier onboarding and manage post‑award activities.
• Resolve purchase order and invoice escalations and assist with contract implementation.
• Track and report on sourcing activity, savings and supplier performance.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Procurement Coordinator or in Procurement Operations.
• Strong understanding of RFQ processes and the procurement lifecycle.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high‑volume environment.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Attention to detail with a focus on compliance and governance.

Required skills

• SAP
• Ariba
• Coupa

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract (6 months) with a competitive daily rate of €265.
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact data centre projects.
• Collaborative team environment with continuous improvement focus.