Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for mechanical, electrical, and IT infrastructure components (UPS systems, generators, cooling equipment, cabling, etc.)
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers; maintain a qualified vendor database
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service level agreements with key suppliers
- Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and manage escalations
- Support vendor onboarding, due diligence, NDA management, and compliance documentation
Procurement Operations
- Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders in accordance with company policies
- Ensure on-time delivery of materials, equipment, and services to support facility operations and capital projects
- Ensure procurement activities are conducted in accordance with internal procurement policies, tendering procedures, and approval matrices
- Support urgent and emergency procurement requirements for critical facility operations and incident response
- Track contract validity, renewals, warranty obligations, and vendor deliverables
- Coordinate with logistics providers and customs brokers for international shipments
Cost & Risk Management
- Analyze spending data and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Monitor market trends for commodities relevant to data centre operations (copper, steel, diesel, refrigerants)
- Assess supplier risk and develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in procurement activities
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with engineering and facilities teams to understand technical specifications and project timelines
- Experience preparing procurement dashboards, spend analysis reports, and management presentations
- Support capital expenditure planning and budgeting processes
- Provide procurement status reports and KPIs to Procurement Manager
