Installation Category Purchasing Manager – Eastern Europe & Mediterranean

About the role

The Installation Category Purchasing Manager for Eastern Europe & Mediterranean drives sourcing and category‑management strategies for installation services, partnering with business units, delivery operations and suppliers to secure cost‑effective, high‑quality solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute installation category sourcing strategies aligned with regional business objectives.
• Lead supplier selection, RFQs/RFPs, tenders, commercial negotiations and contract implementation.
• Maintain a competitive installation supplier network and ensure sufficient subcontractor capacity.
• Drive cost competitiveness, productivity improvements and sustainable savings across installation services.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve escalated issues and lead supplier development initiatives.
• Provide market intelligence, commercial insights and support forecasting and budgeting activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management or procurement, preferably managing installation services, construction or field operations.