Buyer - ICT & Data Centre Infrastructure
Location: Fully remote
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Our client is a rapidly growing organisation delivering critical ICT, security, and data centre infrastructure projects across Europe. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Buyer to support the procurement and successful delivery of complex technology and infrastructure projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional with experience in construction, ICT, security, or mission-critical environments.
The Role
As Buyer, you will play a key role in managing procurement activities across multiple projects, ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with project requirements. Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Site Teams, Commercial, and Logistics functions, you will help drive successful project delivery through effective supplier and procurement management.
Key Responsibilities
- Source suppliers for electrical, mechanical, ICT, security, and power infrastructure products.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.
- Raise and manage purchase orders while monitoring procurement schedules.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Monitor supplier performance relating to quality, cost, and service delivery.
- Coordinate supplier logistics and delivery schedules.
- Support supplier onboarding and compliance requirements.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Site Managers, Commercial and Logistics teams.
- Ensure procurement activities align with project milestones and delivery programmes.
- Monitor procurement budgets and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
- Reduce procurement and supply chain risks through strategic sourcing.
- Track materials through to site delivery and resolve urgent procurement issues.
- Minimise project disruption caused by shortages or delayed deliveries.
- Ensure compliance with procurement procedures, contractual obligations, health & safety standards and sustainability initiatives.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting documentation.
Desired Experience
- Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement role.
- Experience within data centres, ICT infrastructure, security, construction, electrical or mechanical environments.
- Knowledge of supply chain management and procurement best practices.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems (Exact would be advantageous).
- Strong contract negotiation and commercial awareness skills.
- Understanding of European supplier networks and procurement processes.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Google Sheets.
Personal Attributes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast‑paced project environment.
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