Director, Apac Supply Chain

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the team of supply chain professionals to ensure a consistent method of managing construction projects and achieve the company’s objectives
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies that will enable the successful delivery for all construction projects (This may include supplier capacity planning, sourcing, contracting etc.)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope of services requirements and specifications
- Collaborate with cross regional supply chain leaders to share BKMs and develop consistent processes for operational efficiency
- Produce Executive level/ Management level reports around the health of the supply chain program
- Ensure there is a robust program in place to source and qualify suppliers for all scopes necessary to deliver the projects.
- Ensure there is a comprehensive bid process in place that provides for a fair and equitable method for any bidder
- Develop and implement a supplier relationship management program in conjunction with cross regional supply chain leaders to effectively manage global supplier relationships
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project timelines, budgetary constraints, and quality standards
- Oversee the development and execution of procurement plans, tracking key milestones and deliverables to ensure on-time contract awards and within-budget to enable project construction
- Implement best practices and process improvements to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks
- Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to supply chain team members and the greater construction organization

KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES
- Must demonstrate a working knowledge in best practice procurement processes, negotiating purchase order terms, conditions, and pricing, cost reductions, supplier qualification processes, vendor selection and account development, logistics, and sourcing
- Must have overall expertise in Data Center construction
- Superior communication and analytical skills to drive strategic sourcing plans across the portfolio of projects
- Proven history of year-over-year (YOY) cost and/or time to market (TTM) reductions through continual improvement or innovation

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or relevant field (Master Degree preferred)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Minimun of five years direct experience in procurement and supply chain management required, specifically in a management position, and in mission critical/Data Center is preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Regularly moves equipment and other hardware up to 20 lbs.
- Frequently move about inside and outside of data center / facility
- Remain stationary for long periods of time.
- Ascend / Descend a ladder and perform duties atop a raised platform.
- Position self in small spaces.
- Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment.
- Perform work during US business hours and time zones.

WORK CONDITIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Work onsite at a data center location.
- Exposure to varying temperatures and loud noises.
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Travel required 25% of time.
- Perform work from a remote location with stable internet connection.

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