Senior Procurement Manager (Cloud)

TL;DR

Senior Procurement Manager (Cloud): Oversee end-to-end procurement cycles for IT, Cloud, and Software with an accent on strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, and vendor partnerships. Focus on managing complex RFPs, securing favorable contracts, and ensuring compliance and process excellence in high-stakes deals.

Location: Berlin (Hybrid working model)

Company

Leading European provider of cloud infrastructure, cloud services, and hosting, serving six million customers across 18 markets in Europe and North America.

What you will do

• Lead strategic sourcing for IT, Cloud, and Software, managing full procurement cycles with top industry partners.
• Negotiate high-value contracts to achieve optimal commercial terms and legal protections.
• Act as key liaison between vendors and internal technical teams to streamline processes.
• Drive procurement standards for compliance, transparency, and performance across all deals.

Requirements

• Fluent in English and German.
• Significant experience in IT/Software procurement (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and cloud licensing.
• Proven track record in complex RFPs and multi-million-euro negotiations.
• Strong analytical skills focused on metrics like savings, cycle times, and contract compliance.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with flexible hours based on trust.
• Modern office with subsidized canteen, complimentary beverages, and excellent transport links.
• Employee discounts, events like summer/winter parties, and workshops.
• Training opportunities, health initiatives including sports and wellness courses.