Assistant Procurement Manager (Mandarin Speaker)

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 center 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

Requirements Experience

• 4–6 years of procurement experience, with at least 2 years in data centres, critical facilities, or a related infrastructure-intensive industry (e.g., telecommunications, power generation, large scale construction)

• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management • Familiarity with MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) equipment procurement is a must

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Hyperscale Infrastructure and operations (power, cooling, fire suppression, BMS)

• Proficiency in ERP/procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or similar)

• Ability to manage vendor disputes and commercial escalations effectively

• Strong sense of urgency and ownership • Excel skills; experience with spend analytics tools is a plus

• Solid grasp of contract law fundamentals and procurement best practices

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, or a related discipline

• Candidates with Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Facilities Engineering background will have an added advantage due to the technical nature of data centre infrastructure procurement.