Job Description

About the Role:
We're looking for a driven Sub-Regional Lead, Supply Chain & Procurement 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!

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.

Apply today, take charge of your career and grow your talents with us.

A bit about us

Digital Realty brings companies and data together 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 25+ countries on six continents.

To learn more about Digital Realty, please visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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Our Compensation Philosophy

Digital Realty offers its employees a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Central to our compensation philosophy is rewarding our employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned to the company's overall goals and values.