Commercial Director - Data Centre Startup - Europe

Are you a dynamic Commercial Leader ready to build and shape the commercial function for a cutting-edge Data Centre Startup?

We're looking for an experienced, hands-on professional to drive strategic growth and establish a robust commercial framework across our clients European operations. This is a unique opportunity to get in on the ground floor, solve complex problems, and lay the foundations for their success.

The Role:

Commercial Architect & Problem Solver

This role is the nerve centre for the business's commercial operations, demanding a blend of strategic vision and tactical execution. They need someone who can immediately "get stuck in" - setting up processes, navigating complex initial phases, and tackling urgent problems.

While your mandate will eventually transition to a more steady-state, day-to-day role, your initial focus will be on the build-out phase.

Key Commercial Pillars: Focus on Strategy & Efficiency

They are seeking a leader with demonstrable expertise across three main areas:

1. Procurement: Leading the sourcing and management of major vendors and supply chains.
2. Contract Procurement (Legal Focus): You will be instrumental in structuring, negotiating, and executing high-value contracts for essential services, equipment, and land/site acquisitions, ensuring maximum legal and commercial advantage.
3. Cost Management (Cash Flow / Finance Focus): You will be the champion of financial discipline, implementing rigorous cost control measures, managing cash flow, and developing financial models to ensure the start-up operates efficiently and securely within its budget.

What You'll Bring

• Mandatory Data Centre (DC) Experience: You must have a proven track record working within the data centre industry, understanding the unique commercial and operational challenges of the sector.
• Commercial Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, build, and manage a commercial function from scratch.
• Start-up Acumen (Desirable): Experience in a start-up, scale-up, or high-growth environment is highly beneficial. You must be comfortable with ambiguity, resource constraints, and a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic & Tactical: The ability to develop a long-term commercial strategy while simultaneously executing tactical, immediate-need tasks.
• European Mobility: This role is Europe based and may require travel as we expand our footprint.

If you are a highly-motivated, commercially-minded leader who thrives in a challenging, build-it-from-the-ground-up environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join our client on this exciting journey to build the next generation of data centres.