OPEX Procurement Lead — Data Center Operations

DayOne Data Centers Ltd.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne Data Centers Ltd. is seeking a senior OPEX procurement leader to drive regional sourcing across Malaysia, including facilities, maintenance, and utilities.

You will manage vendors, negotiate contracts, and lead a multi-site team to deliver cost savings and governance compliance. The role requires 8+ years in procurement with data center/facilities experience, strong stakeholder communication, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of procurement experience, with strong OPEX/FM/maintenance procurement exposure.
• Proven experience in tender management, contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team and work independently in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Experience in data center, facilities management, engineering, or similar industries is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage OPEX procurement activities across Malaysia, covering FM, maintenance, facilities, utilities, and other operational services.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies, sourcing plans, tendering, and contract negotiations to achieve cost savings and value improvement.
• Manage key vendors and contracts, including performance, pricing, SLA/KPI, and commercial terms.
• Partner closely with Operations, ADM, Finance, Legal, and relevant stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant procurement execution.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, DOA, governance, and audit requirements.
• Drive cost optimization, supplier consolidation, process improvement, and procurement efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop the OPEX procurement team across Malaysia.
• Provide procurement insights, market intelligence, and management reporting to senior leadership.

Skills

OPEX procurement

FM procurement

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Data center

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

DayOne Data Centers Ltd. is seeking a senior OPEX procurement leader to drive regional sourcing across Malaysia, including facilities, maintenance, and utilities.

You will manage vendors, negotiate contracts, and lead a multi-site team to deliver cost savings and governance compliance. The role requires 8+ years in procurement with data center/facilities experience, strong stakeholder communication, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.