Procurement & Contracts Lead - Data Centres

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage key procurement activities and the development of the contracting entity’s vision
• Review and streamline procurement policies, processes, and controls to ensure alignment with procurement strategy
• Manage the full sourcing process, including specification generation, tendering, negotiation, and supplier selection
• Develop long-term and short-term category spend plans
• Manage vendor relationships and implement corrective actions to ensure dependable supply and performance
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments of procurement and supplier activities
• Provide subject matter expertise on all procurement matters to the programme and the wider business
• Manage team performance with a focus on financial performance, quality, and sustainability

Requirements

• 8-10 years of experience in a complex contract and procurement environment
• Experience within a mission-critical project environment, ideally in the data centre sector
• Expertise in services and sub-contract agreements
• Proven experience in advanced category management and strategic sourcing methodologies
• University degree in Procurement, Commercial Management, Finance, Law, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Valid EU residency (must be based in Finland or hold valid EU residency)
• Ability to work on-site

About the Company

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. We work across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to deliver impactful projects. Majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., we provide premier programme, project, and cost management services to clients worldwide.