Category Manager, Data Centre

Singtel Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data centre operator in Singapore is seeking a procurement professional to develop category strategies and drive cost optimisation. The ideal candidate will have experience in the mechanical and electrical field, as well as expertise in negotiations and supplier management. Join and make a real impact in the fast-growing digitalisation sector with comprehensive health benefits and ongoing training programs.

Benefits

Full suite of health and wellness benefits

Ongoing training and development programs

Internal mobility opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in developing category strategies and driving cost optimization.
• Able to work closely with stakeholders in sourcing strategies.
• Experience in managing supplier performance and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategy to drive cost optimisation and manage supply risk.
• Lead sourcing activities for assigned category, including negotiations.
• Engage with legal for contracting processes.

Skills

Experience in data centres or mechanical and electrical field

Relevant experience in procurement and category management

Experience in negotiations and contracting

Technical knowledge in M&E field

Able to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain or relevant

Job description

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“Passionate about making a real impact? Join our team at Nxera to unfold the new era! Be at the forefront of the data centre (DC) industry with a unique focus on sustainability, connectivity and AI which sets us apart as the next generation DC operator. You will also get to gain invaluable experience in a fast-growing industry that is powering the digitalisation wave. Be empowered to co-create the futurewith our dynamic teams!”

Make an impact by:

• Experience in data centres or mechanical and electrical field or facilities management
• Develop category strategy to drive cost optimisation and mange supply risk.
• As part of category strategy development, to perform supply market, spend and supplier base analyses.
• To work closely with stakeholders in developing sourcing strategies. To identify joint sourcing opportunities with other BUs.
• To drive and lead sourcing activities for assigned category, including working with stakeholders on scope and technical evaluation, performing TCO analysis and to lead in negotiations. and working with legal on contracting.
• Experience in contracting and to work closely with legal and relevant parties for contracting.
• To be able to manage and influence stakeholders.
• To work closely with stakeholders to monitor, manage and drive suppliers’ performances.
• To lead in regular business reviews or engagements with key suppliers.

Skills for Success:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain or relevant
• Relevant experience in procurement and category management
• Experience in data centres or mechanical and electrical (M&E) equipment and services.
• Technical knowledge in M&E field.
• Experience in negotiations and contracting
• Able to work independently

Rewards that Go Beyond

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Internal mobility opportunities

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