Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, the position will lead and/or support project procurement activities and other initiatives in the areas of supply chain and procurement.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to define and implement procurement strategies for equipment and related‑services supporting new data center construction projects at Digital Realty.
- Coordinate equipment delivery timelines in alignment with project schedules and cross‑functional teams including Design, Engineering, and Construction.
- Manage the day‑to‑day procure‑to‑pay (P2P) process and act as the liaison between project management and suppliers to ensure timely project delivery.
- Drive supply chain improvements through strategic sourcing, process optimization, and supplier performance management.
- Organize, maintain, and oversee supplier contracts, including the management and execution of all related change orders.
- Track and report supply‑chain cost savings, comparing actual results against targets.
- Monitor and report supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Coordinate KPI surveys with internal stakeholders to support the Strategic Supplier Management program.
- Contribute to initiatives aimed at streamlining the P2P process.
- Support the implementation of new technologies related to Supply Chain and Procurement.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in sourcing and procurement, with a focus on project‑based purchasing.
- Proven success in procuring, negotiating, and contracting across multiple categories.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Strong working knowledge and hands‑on experience with ERP systems.
- Demonstrated expertise in negotiation.
- Experience with direct responsibility for contract development and execution.
- Proficiency in a range of software applications, including the ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets.
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