Procurement Officer Frankfurt

Procurement Officer

Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Position: Permanent
Project: Hyperscale Data Centre Development
Package: Competitive Salary + Paid Accommodation + 15% Living Allowance

Procurement Officer – Frankfurt

We are currently recruiting for a Procurement Officer to join a Tier One Main Contractor delivering a major hyperscale data centre project in Frankfurt.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Europe’s leading construction businesses on a flagship mission-critical development. The successful Procurement Officer will play a key role in supporting procurement activities across a large-scale data centre project, ensuring materials, equipment, and subcontract services are sourced efficiently and in line with project requirements.

We welcome applications from candidates already based in Frankfurt or the surrounding region, as well as individuals looking to relocate to Germany or work on a fly-in fly-out (FIFO) basis.

Due to the nature of the role and the need to engage with local suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders, candidates must be fluent in both German and English.

To be considered, applicants must hold EU citizenship and have the right to work within the European Union.

Alongside a highly competitive salary, the successful candidate will receive fully paid accommodation (where applicable) and a living allowance equivalent to 15% of annual salary.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the procurement and supply chain function for a major data centre construction project.
• Source and procure materials, plant, equipment, and subcontract services in line with project requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations and tender submissions.
• Assist with supplier selection, negotiations, and contract administration.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities align with project budgets, programme requirements, and company procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and commercial agreements.
• Work closely with project teams, commercial departments, and site management to support project delivery.
• Maintain procurement records, purchase orders, and supplier databases.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and supply chain efficiencies.
• Support risk management initiatives relating to procurement and supply chain activities.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Procurement Officer, Buyer, Procurement Coordinator, or Supply Chain professional within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract administration.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Fluent German and English language skills are essential.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement management systems.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and project stakeholders.

Essential Criteria

• EU citizenship is required.
• Fluency in German and English is essential.
• Candidates may already be based in Frankfurt, be willing to relocate, or work on a FIFO basis.
• Experience within construction, engineering, building services, or major project environments is highly desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a Tier One Main Contractor.
• Opportunity to work on a landmark hyperscale data centre project.
• Fully paid accommodation for candidates relocating or working on a FIFO basis.
• 15% living allowance in addition to base salary.
• Flexible working arrangements for local, relocating, or FIFO employees.
• Exposure to some of Europe’s most significant mission-critical and data centre developments.
• Opportunity to work within a high-performing procurement and supply chain team.

If you are a German speaking Procurement Officer and would like to apply please contact Dean Parry at Emeya Recruitment.

I am available 7am-7pm Monday to Friday.