Senior Specialist, Procurement - Datacenter Operations

NTT DATA; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work mode

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Senior Specialist, Procurement - DC Operations to manage procurement activities within data center operations, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and timely delivery of goods and services. The role supports strategic sourcing, vendor management, and process optimization to align with organizational goals and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities include leading procurement strategies, vendor relationships, cost analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of procurement or supply chain experience, preferably in data centers.
• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Exposure to global procurement practices and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement strategies for data center operations and negotiate contracts.
• Provide procurement support for other regions as required.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality and performance.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead day-to-day procurement operations for the assigned region.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and Engineering to forecast demand.
• Ensure adherence to policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals.
• Monitor supplier performance and mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Maintain records and prepare reports for management.
• Review, approve, and release PRs and POs per policy.
• Coach and mentor junior procurement team members.

Skills

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Data center procurement

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Summary

The Senior Specialist, Procurement - DC Operations is responsible for managing procurement activities within data center operations, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and timely delivery of goods and services. This role supports strategic sourcing initiatives, vendor management, and process optimization to align with organizational goals and operational requirements.

Role & responsibilities

• Execute procurement strategies for data center operations, including review, negotiate, and redline commercial contracts to ensure alignment with business requirements and risk mitigation objectives.
• Provide procurement support and coverage for other regions as required.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, compliance, and performance standards.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead and facilitate day-to-day procurement operations for the assigned region, ensuring effective delivery of sourcing and procurement activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, Engineering) to forecast demand and align procurement plans.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals.
• Support risk management by monitoring supplier performance and mitigating supply chain disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions and prepare reports for management review.
• Responsible for the timely review, approval, and release of Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with company policies, procurement procedures, and delegated authority requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and support the development of junior procurement team members.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum 7-10 of years procurement or supply chain experience, preferably in data center or technology infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience in vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Exposure to global procurement practices and compliance standards.

Perks and benefits

• Work Mode : Hybrid