Operations & Supply Chain Specialist – Data Centers

Troax Group is a global leader in mesh panel solutions for safety, specializing in machine guarding, warehouse partitioning, and property protection. Founded in Sweden, we now operate in 45 countries, serving customers worldwide. In 2024, sales were approximately €279 and we are now 2026 about 1,600 employees. Read more about us www.troax.com.

We are now looking for someone who wants to take a key role in our continued expansion within the data center segment.

Troax is a global leader in physical security and containment solutions for the datacentre sector. Our expertise spans cold aisle containment, hot aisle containment, modular caging systems, and secure enclosures designed to optimize airflow and energy efficiency. We provide robust solutions that safeguard critical IT infrastructure while enhancing operational performance.

With us, you will have the opportunity to influence and develop the supply chain of the future for data center solutions in an international environment. You will be part of a committed team where collaboration, responsibility, and continuous improvement are in focus.

About the Role

You will be responsible for establishing, developing, and optimizing the supplier base for key components in our data center solutions. You will work closely with both European suppliers and our UK procurement team to ensure quality, delivery precision, and cost efficiency. The role is both strategic and operational - you will identify new suppliers, negotiate agreements, follow up on supplier performance, and drive continuous improvements. You report to the Operations Manager for Data Center and have many points of contact, both internally and externally. Travel  is a natural part of the position.

Main Responsibilities

• Build and develop a supplier network in Europe for sheet metal and metal components

• Negotiate prices, lead times, and agreements with suppliers

• Ensure that suppliers meet our requirements for quality, safety, and delivery

• Coordinate logistics and deliveries to our UK operations

• Monitor and improve supplier performance

• Support projects with material planning and ensure access to the right components at the right time

• Drive improvement work in cost, lead time, and delivery precision

Location

While this role offers the flexibility to work remotely most of the time, we require candidates to be able to commute to one of our European offices as needed for team collaboration and company culture activities. We believe that regular face-to-face interactions foster stronger relationships and help maintain our vibrant company culture.

• Sweden – Jönköping, Värnamo & Hillerstorp

• Germany – Bad Camberg

• Italy – Bulciago

• Poland – Poznan

• Spain – Montornés del Vallés (Barcelona)

• Austria – Wels

• United Kingdom – West Midlands

This role reports to the Operations Manager.

Who are you?

You have experience from the manufacturing or metal industry and thrive in a role where you take great responsibility. You are a skilled negotiator and relationship builder, have strong communication skills in English, and enjoy working both independently and in a team. You have experience in developing suppliers internationally and are used to working with improvement initiatives and KPI follow-up.

We are looking for someone who has:

• At least 5 years of experience in supply chain management or procurement, with required experience from the manufacturing or metal industry

• Strong negotiation skills and experience in developing suppliers internationally

• The ability to work independently and take initiative, but also collaborate effectively in a team

• Excellent communication skills in English.

• Experience working with improvement initiatives and KPI follow-up

• Relevant post-secondary education

Why join Data Center?

At Data Center you get:

• A key role in an international and growing company

• The opportunity to influence and develop both the role and the business

• Committed colleagues and an open work climate

• Competitive terms and good opportunities for development

How to apply

Does this sound like your next challenge? Submit your application today!

We are partnering with Gruffman Recruitment & Consulting in this recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, no later than January 28. For questions about the role, contact Ulrika Gruffman at ulrika@gruffman.nu