Job Description
Procurement Manager - Capital Equipment | Data Centre Services £70,000-£80,000
+ 15% bonus + Hybrid Working
Overview:
A rapidly growing Data Centre Provider headquartered in London but with an international footprint has opportunities for a Senior Procurement Manager to Join their expanding team. Located in London but with projects across the UK and Europe they are keen to hire experienced managers with a focus on M&E and long lead equipment and OFCI implementation. It’s an exciting time for this PE backed business and you’ll be a joining at a point of significant expansion. In a fast-paced environment candidates will be rewarded with the opportunity and freedom to deliver and influence some strategical significant, multi-million pound projects for the business.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply chain for critical Long-Lead Equipment (LLE) that goes inside a data centre, generators, UPS equipment, switch gear- chillers, crack units, mechanical and electrical equipment.
· Streamline and optimize the procurement process for M&E, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
· Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions that align with the company's goals and objectives.
· Monitor and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and identifying areas for renegotiation or improvement.
· Conduct comprehensive cost analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficient procurement decisions.
· Develop and manage procurement budgets for M&E projects, ensuring cost control and adherence to financial guidelines.
· Supervise and mentor a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance, support, and training to enhance their skills and performance.
· Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies in procurement activities related to M&E.
Skills and experience required:
· Experience of driving M&E and Capital procurement within a complex environment ideally within construction, telecoms or data centre services industry.
· Strong technical procurement skills linked with ability to drive best practice and innovation.
· Able to drive change into traditional stakeholder relationships and gather business support for new ways of working that create value.
· Ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies to form alignment.
· Expert in creating and delivering longer term plans and outcomes.
· Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to proactively challenge and influence key stakeholders.
If you have experience in Capital Long Lead Equipment and are seeking a new challenge with a fast-growing private equity backed business, this opportunity provides a great opportunity for that next step in your career. For more information, please apply directly or for more information please email: brian@talentdrive.co.uk