Address About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects, and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across six markets in North America and five markets in Europe, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
About Development Procurement
The Development Procurement Team reports directly to the Chief Development Officer. The Development Function is responsible for project delivery following site acquisition to hand-off to Operations. This includes: new site development, design and construction.
The Development Procurement Team is responsible for all Development Procurement categories, except for OFCI which is managed by a separate global team. The main categories for Development Procurement are General Contractors and Consultancy / Advisory services (i.e. design, construction management, project management, permitting support, etc.).
The Development Procurement Team is in process of transitioning from a category driven structure to a regional procurement pod structure, providing dedicated procurement support to (i) Mainland Europe; and (ii) UK, Ireland & South Africa.
Position Overview
With seven active campuses and additional planned expansion Vantage is looking for a talented Manager to drive process efficiency, simplification, standardisation and continuous improvement across supply chain related activities. Reporting to the VP of Development Procurement, the Manager will be an important part of the team to successfully improve the way we operate and enable data driven decision making.
As an Analyst you will work closely with the EMEA Consultancies procurement team, stakeholders and suppliers alike. You will assess and understand the business need/requirements and provide data to develop effective procurement strategies that deliver on time, within budget and to a high quality. You will improve ways of working, and maintain strong knowledge of the local suppliers. You will develop and deliver techniques for effectiveness analysis of supplier performance to drive key supplier/contract award decisions.
Essential Job Functions
- Work with key stakeholders to understand project requirements and support effective procurement strategies for consultancy requirements that enable project success
- Provide valuable data and insight related to existing supplier spend, supply market analysis, supplier overviews and capabilities across key geographical areas, commercial data etc.
- Develop a strong understanding of the local supplier market place and identify strategic partners for VDC
- Develop and map all key processes relating to consultancy spend, working with key business areas to deliver effective and efficient processes
- Develop frameworks and templates to ensure effective and replicable procurement approaches including, but not limited to, tender documentation, evaluation, supplier performance and feedback mechanisms
- Develop a robust supplier database enabling intelligent interrogation and analysis of data to establish a preferred supplier network
- Provide data collection and management systems to support vendor monitoring, performance management and supplier relationship management capabilities
- Support lower risk/low value deals for the region
Duties
- Implement best practices in procurement and supplier management to support commercial and operational objectives
- Collaborate with stakeholders and the wider Procurement team to understand and meet data requirements
- Establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with all colleagues, internal and external contractors, and clients
- Conduct business review meetings with key stakeholders to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost down and improvement opportunities
- Support governance and team meetings by building the agenda, providing key information and following up on actions
- Update and recommend improvements to procurement strategies based on changing market conditions
- Work with the wider Development and OFCI Procurement Team to share lessons learned
- Provide regular and accurate reporting to VDC Executives on Mainland Europe projects
- Manage end to end procurement activities for smaller, low risk deals
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration or equivalent required
- 3+ years of relevant supply chain experience as a customer or supplier in Data Center or complex infrastructure construction
- Strong inter-personal skills with excellent stakeholder management
- Strong data analytic skills and proficiency with MS Excel, cloud based financial systems, PowerPoint, etc.
- Excellent planning and organization skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to effectively assess and present complex data to drive informed decision making
- Assertive and confident and able to quickly build a high level of personal and professional credibility within the business and customer base, demonstrating strong commercial and financial acumen
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
