Procurement Expert

Equinix, Inc.; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Equinix, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Expert to manage third-party suppliers, oversee onboarding, contract governance, spend control, and risk mitigation.

You will act as the primary interface between internal stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring compliant and cost-efficient supplier operations. The role requires experience in vendor management, procurement, and contract management, with a focus on maintaining SLA adherence and cross-functional collaboration across procurement,

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in Vendor Management, Procurement, Contract Management, or related functions
• Experience managing suppliers, contracts, and operational spend

Responsabilidades

• Identify, qualify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers aligned with business and operational requirements
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with critical suppliers to ensure performance, innovation, and long-term collaboration
• Negotiate commercial contracts, operational clauses, and SLAs, particularly in regions without local procurement support
• Ensure contracts are properly documented, up to date, and monitored for renewals and expirations
• Manage PRs and POs, monitor supplier spend, identify cost-saving opportunities
• Execute standardized supplier onboarding and offboarding processes in compliance with global policies
• Act as the primary contact between internal teams and suppliers to address requests and issues
• Monitor supplier performance and SLA adherence to ensure service quality
• Assess third-party risks and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with Procurement, Logistics, Finance, Legal to support supplier operations and renewals

Conocimientos

Vendor management

Procurement

Contract governance

Spend analysis

Negotiation

Relationship management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, or related field

Descripción del empleo

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

The Procurement Expert is responsible for managing third-party suppliers to ensure performance, compliance, cost efficiency, and alignment with business needs. This role oversees supplier onboarding, contract governance, spend control, risk mitigation, and operational support, acting as a key interface between internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Responsibilities

Strategic Vendor Management

• Identify, qualify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers aligned with business and operational requirements
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with critical suppliers to ensure performance, innovation, and long-term collaboration

Contract Negotiation and Management

• Negotiate commercial contracts, operational clauses, and service level agreements (SLAs), particularly in regions without local procurement support
• Ensure contracts are properly documented, up to date, and monitored for renewals and expirations

PR, PO, and Spend Management

• Manage the creation, tracking, and approval of purchase requisitions (PRs) and purchase orders (POs)
• Monitor and analyze supplier-related operational spend (EMS spend), identifying cost-saving and efficiency opportunities

Vendor Onboarding and Offboarding

• Execute standardized supplier onboarding and offboarding processes in compliance with global policies
• Ensure proper documentation, compliance validation, and system access management

Internal Stakeholder Support

• Act as the primary point of contact between internal teams and suppliers to address requests, escalations, and operational issues
• Monitor supplier performance and SLA adherence to ensure service quality

Risk Mitigation and Compliance

• Assess third-party risks and implement mitigation actions as required
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements

Cross-Functional Integration

• Collaborate closely with related teams (e.g., Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse, Asset Management, Finance, Legal) to support supplier operations, contract renewals, and new acquisitions
• Serve as the vendor management interface supporting logistics, storage, and asset movement activities tied to contracted services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in Vendor Management, Procurement, Contract Management, or related functions
• Experience managing suppliers, contracts, and operational spend

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to manage and interpret spend and performance data
• Solid understanding of contract governance and SLA management
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Knowledge of compliance, third-party risk management, and corporate governance frameworks is a plus

Behavioral Competencies

• Sense of ownership and accountability
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a matrix organization
• Commitment to compliance, transparency, and operational excellence

Working Conditions

• Office-based role with frequent interaction with internal teams and external vendors
• May require occasional support outside standard business hours for critical issues or renewals

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affiantative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.