Global Supply Chain Category Manager

Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers is seeking a Global Supply Chain Category Manager to lead OFCI equipment procurement for international data center construction. You will shape supply chain strategies, standardize processes, and collaborate across design, project controls, and operations to drive cost efficiency and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong knowledge of capital equipment procurement, supplier management, and cross-regional coordination to accelerate construction schedules and ensure

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute optimized supply chain strategies for OFCI equipment supporting global DC construction.
• Plan and execute all phases of the procurement life cycle including market intelligence, multi-year projections, sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiations, supplier management and CIP.
• Standardize sourcing and procurement processes across global regions to ensure scalability and consistency.
• Translate construction pipeline and capacity roadmaps into long-range procurement plans for key equipment (generators, UPS systems, switchgear, chillers, cooling towers, CRAC/CRAH units, transformers, busways).
• Collaborate with Design team to incorporate Global Reference Design (GRD) standards into all sourcing strategies and manage change effectively.
• Partner with project controls and finance to share procurement status, contract pricing and lead times, ensuring transparency and cost accountability.
• Implement best practices and process improvements to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, lead times, and mitigate risks.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage; mitigate risks related to supply continuity and geopolitical disruptions.
• Build and maintain partnerships with critical strategic suppliers to secure production capacity and priority delivery; implement supplier management program with cross-regional leaders.
• Develop and implement a global standard supplier performance management program, including SBRs, KPIs, and sustainability-driven improvements.
• Coordinate with Regional Category Managers on demand planning, sourcing strategies, vendor selection, allocation strategies, and late delivery mitigation.
• Collaborate with Regional Category Managers to ensure consistent execution of global program standards with KPI data for dashboards.
• Be an escalation point for Regional Category Managers to address supply chain issues with suppliers and lead resolution efforts.
• Team with Facilities Engineering and Operations to align GDC strategies and integration plans for commissioning, warranty, maintenance, and obsolescence.
• Develop early engagement and pre-qualification strategies for suppliers in new markets using standard processes.
• Implement total cost of ownership (TCO) models to drive lifecycle cost optimization.
• Drive digital transformation of the capital equipment supply chain using advanced planning tools and analytics.

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

The Global Supply Chain Category Manager is accountable for development and deployment of the Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment program supporting global data center construction. The OFCI Program includes procurement of critical mechanical, electrical and power systems, ensuring quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery to construction projects worldwide. The Global Category Manager works closely with design engineering, construction management, project controls, and operations teams to develop and deliver supply chain strategies aligned with global data center build schedules, design and capacity targets. Global CM also collaborates with stakeholders to develop internal processes and procedures that can be used to drive consistent supply chain programs across all Global Data Center regions. This role requires an understanding of both construction project delivery and capital supply chain management in mission-critical environments

What we are looking for

KEY responsibilities

• Develop and execute optimized supply chain strategies for OFCI equipment supporting global DC construction projects.
• Plan and execute all phases of the procurement life cycle including market intelligence, multi-year projections, sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiations, supplier management and CIP
• Standardize sourcing and procurement processes across global regions to ensure scalability and consistency.
• Translate construction pipeline and capacity roadmaps into long-range procurement plans for key equipment (e.g., generators, UPS systems, switchgear, chillers, cooling towers, CRAC/CRAH units, transformers, busways).
• Collaborate with Design team to incorporate Global Reference Design (GRD) standards into all sourcing strategies and effectively manage change
• Partner with project controls and finance to share procurement status, contract pricing and lead times, ensuring transparency and cost accountability.
• Implement best practices and process improvements to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, lead times, and mitigate risks
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage. Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to supply continuity, logistics constraints, and geopolitical disruptions
• Build and maintain partnerships with critical strategic suppliers to secure production capacity and priority delivery. Implement supplier management program in conjunction with cross regional supply chain leaders to effectively manage global supplier relationships
• Develop and implement a global standard supplier performance management program, including supplier business reviews (SBRs), KPIs, improvement plans, innovation in sustainability, modularization, and prefabrication to accelerate construction schedules
• Coordinate with Regional Category Managers and GDC stakeholders on supply chain functions including demand planning, sourcing strategies, vendor selection, allocation strategies, mitigating late deliveries, ensuring market pricing
• Collaborate with Regional Category Managers to ensure consistent execution of global program standards including provision of project specific KPI data supporting standard dashboard outputs
• Be an escalation point for Regional Category Managers to address supply chain/supplier performance issues (change orders, late deliveries, disputes, etc.) with suppliers; provide leadership working internally and with suppliers to address and resolve issues
• Team with Facilities Engineering and Operations groups to communicate GDC strategies and develop integration plans between construction and operations for commissioning support, warranty, maintenance, obsolete components, supplier performance, QBRs
• Develop early engagement and pre-qualification strategies for suppliers in new markets using standard pre-qualification process
• Implement total cost of ownership (TCO) models to drive lifecycle cost optimization
• Drive digital transformation of the capital equipment supply chain through advanced planning tools and analytics and employ an analytics-based approach to develop executive briefings used in decision making, updating health of the supply chain and managing complex data and dashboards

KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES

Demonstrates a working knowledge of best practice procurement processes for Mechanical, Electrical and Data Center-specific equipment and support services. Possesses industry expertise negotiating Agreement terms and conditions, pric