Senior Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist

NTT Global Data Centers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers in Singapore is seeking a Senior Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist to lead strategic procurement for data centre construction projects across APAC. You will manage supplier selection, RFP/RFQ processes, contracts, and vendor performance, aligning procurement with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

You will collaborate with design engineering, construction execution, cost and legal teams, driving cost savings and ensuring compliance with FIDIC/JCT/NEC contracts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Quantity Surveying.
• MCIPS would be desirable.
• Other languages such as Mandarin, Malay or Thai would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Procurement activities for data centre construction projects, including supplier selection, RFP/RFQ, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
• Lead Procurement strategies that align with project timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Design engineering, Construction Execution, Cost and Legal to ensure procurement requirements are defined and met.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure delivery, cost competitiveness, and contractual compliance.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Data-driven decisions

Construction procurement

Cost optimization

Sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Quantity Surveying

MCIPS desirable

Knowledge of Mandarin, Malay or Thai would be an advantage

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Coupa

Job description

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

We are seeking an experienced and highly strategic Senior Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist to lead and execute the Strategic Procurement for construction services supporting our APAC data centre development programme.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Procurement for data centre construction projects in general, and with substantial exposure but not limited to major capital equipment procurement (Genset, Chiller, CRAH, E-Module, etc).

What we are looking for

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute end-to-end Procurement activities for data centre construction projects, including supplier selection, RFP/RFQ processes, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
• Lead and execute Procurement strategies that align with project timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as Design engineering, Construction Execution, Cost and Legal, to ensure procurement requirements are clearly defined and met.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure delivery performance, cost competitiveness, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Knowledge & Attributes

• Strong commercial acumen and contract negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficient in procurement tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
• Good understanding and experience in negotiating construction contracts such as FIDIC, JCT, NEC, contracting strategies, and their interrelationship.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive data driven results in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized, analytical, and structured with excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of construction services procurement best practices.
• Works well in a team environment and independently, gives and receives clear expectations well.
• Proven experience in strategic Procurement & supplier relationship management.
• Understanding of basic finance and accounting business structure.

Academic Qualifications & Certificates

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Quantity Surveying.
• MCIPS would be desirable.
• Other languages such as Mandarin, Malay or Thai would be an advantage.

Required Experience

• Minimum 10 years of procurement experience, professional expertise acquired, or relevant work and ideally within data centre construction or large-scale infrastructure projects
• Job-related experience on supply chain, sourcing and procurement must be relevant for position.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional move about inside and outside of data center / facility
• Hot desking and flexible work place.
• Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment.
• Occasional to perform work beyond Singapore business hours and time zones.

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

• Occasional work onsite at a data center location.
• Travel required 10%-15% of time.
• Perform work from a remote location with stable internet connection.

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.