Senior Director of Strategic Procurement leading procurement strategies to maximize value at iA Financial Group. Overseeing supplier relationships and supporting business objectives in a learning culture environment.
About the role
- Senior Manager leading procurement for data center operations at CyrusOne. Focused on strategic sourcing, vendor management, and team development for enhancing operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Lead OFCI Procurement Planning: Support OFCI demand forecasting activities and procurement timelines to ensure alignment with project development schedules.
- Strategic Sourcing of OFCI Equipment: Drive sourcing strategies and vendor selection for major OFCI categories (e.g., generators, UPS, switchgear), negotiating commercial terms and managing supplier performance.
- Support GC Procurement: Partner with Development to lead or support procurement of general contractors and any other third-party suppliers as needed.
- Vendor Prequalification & Management: Develop and manage prequalification processes and maintain a strong, diverse vendor base for OFCI and construction categories.
- RFP Development & Execution: Prepare, issue, and evaluate RFPs/RFQs in collaboration with cross-functional teams to select suppliers and service providers.
- Collaboration & Alignment: Work closely with internal stakeholders in Procurement, Development, Engineering, and Legal to ensure integrated sourcing and contracting.
- Governance & Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with CyrusOne’s global policies and applicable regional laws and regulations.
- Mentor and Manage Procurement Team: Help provide guidance, mentorship, and training to Procurement Team members and promote the development of procurement talent.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field; advanced degree (e.g., MSc, MBA) preferred.
- Proven experience managing complex capital procurement activities and cross-functional sourcing initiatives.
- Knowledge of mission-critical or high-specification environments such as data centers, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead negotiations, manage contracts, and drive accountability.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
- 5+ years of experience in data centers, procurement, or supply chain operations
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
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