Job Description

About the Role:

We’re looking for a driven

Sub-Regional Lead, Supply Chain & Procureme

nt DACH to manage strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and compliance across the DACH region. You’ll support the team and collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver value and ensure alignment with Digital Realty’s global and regional goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement resilient supply chain strategies for goods and services in partnership with your team and key stakeholders. Lead and inspire the DACH Supply Chain & Procurement team, cultivating a culture of dedication and performance. Prioritize and drive departmental objectives, ensuring delivery of measurable results. Own strategic sourcing processes, negotiations, and supplier due diligence with a focus on best practices. Manage supplier performance aligned with global KPIs, SLAs, and compliance frameworks. Drive continuous improvement by analyzing industry trends, market conditions, and internal goals. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to foster alignment and positive outcomes. Lead change management initiatives in accordance with EMEA governance. Oversee inventory management and risk assessment where applicable.

What You Bring:

Deep knowledge of procurement for technical products, services, and components, ideally in data center or building services. Proficiency with MS Office and financial analysis tools. Strong contract interpretation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and maintain strict confidentiality. Skilled in navigating conflicts and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders. Goal-oriented with a passion for challenges and autonomy. Industry certifications and memberships in Supply Chain or Data Centre sectors are highly desirable. Exceptional analytical and communication skills in both German and English (written and spoken).

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

Attractive social benefits

(Flexible working hours, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, pension plan, etc.)

Many additional extras

like free drinks, fresh fruit and team events

Ready to make an impact in compliance? Apply now!

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 in

50+

metros across

28

countries on

6

continents. We've

3,500+

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.


Do you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment and enjoy leading teams to deliver top-notch procurement strategies? If so, apply now to join our team!