Global Category Strategist - Cloud Infrastructure Sourcing

MICROSOFT OPERATIONS PTE LTD; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Microsoft Operations Pte Ltd's Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) team seeks a Global Category Specialist/Coordinator to lead multi-year sourcing strategies across regions. You will collaborate with Construction, Engineering, Legal, Risk, and Finance teams to optimize procurement for data center projects.

The role offers hybrid or remote work up to 100% with relocation support for suitable candidates near hub offices. A strong background in procurement and analytics is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or related field is required or equivalent experience.
• Advanced degree or certifications in procurement/analytics are a plus.
• Experience with multi-region procurement and complex data analyses is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-year sourcing strategies with stakeholder buy-in.
• Align sourcing with Construction, Engineering, Legal, Risk, Finance, and other teams.
• Lead supplier selection, performance management, and contract negotiations.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Procurement processes

Supplier relationship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Microsoft Operations Pte Ltd's Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) team seeks a Global Category Specialist/Coordinator to lead multi-year sourcing strategies across regions. You will collaborate with Construction, Engineering, Legal, Risk, and Finance teams to optimize procurement for data center projects.

The role offers hybrid or remote work up to 100% with relocation support for suitable candidates near hub offices. A strong background in procurement and analytics is essential.