Project Procurement Manager (m/f/d)

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to define and implement procurement strategies for equipment and related-services supporting new data center construction projects at Digital Realty
• Coordinate equipment delivery timelines in alignment with project schedules and cross-functional teams including Design, Engineering, and Construction.
• Manage the day-to-day procure-to-pay (P2P) process and act as the liaison between project management and suppliers to ensure timely project delivery.
• Drive supply chain improvements through strategic sourcing, process optimization, and supplier performance management.
• Organize, maintain, and oversee supplier contracts, including the management and execution of all related change orders.
• Track and report supply chain cost savings, comparing actual results against targets.
• Monitor and report supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Coordinate KPI surveys with internal stakeholders to support the Strategic Supplier Management program.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at streamlining the P2P process.
• Support the implementation of new technologies related to Supply Chain and Procurement.

What you’ll need

• 5–7 years of experience in sourcing and procurement, with a focus on project-based purchasing.
• Proven success in procuring, negotiating, and contracting across multiple categories.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge and hands‑on experience with ERP systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiation.
• Experience with direct responsibility for contract development and execution.
• Proficiency in a range of software applications, including the ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets.

What We Offer:

• Open door culture with short communications paths and flat hierarchies
• Personalized onboarding plan (buddy system), education programs
• Personal development options in a fast‑growing environment
• Extensive social benefits (Flexible working hours, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, pension plan, etc.)
• Many extras like free drinks, fresh fruit, or cool team events

A bit about us

Digital Realty is the leading provider of carrier and cloud neutral data centre services by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL®, the company’s global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx™) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in50+ metros across28 countries on6 continents. We've3,500+ colleagues around the world who work together, come up with life‑changing solutions and create connections that matter every day.

What we can offer you

Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers. Join us and you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you’ll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We’ll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us. This is an exciting time to join our business so apply now and make your mark on our future.

NOTES:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or Company policy.

Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.

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