Strategy & Commercial Specialist, Data Centre

About the Team: Our Infrastructure team provides end-to-end managed services and solutions for the group’s Internet infrastructure and business applications. We excel in building architecture, solutions, deployment, and operations of data centers, connectivity, cloud, networking, servers, systems, storage, software, platforms, and security. We are a proud provider of high-quality and stable business applications and services to our units. As a Strategy & Commercial Specialist focused on Data Center site selection and solutioning, you will work with innovators and technologists to create solutions that improve business operations. You will play a key role in developing and executing data center strategies that balance technical performance and commercial viability, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to drive capacity planning, site selection, vendor engagement, and cost optimization. Job Description Develop data center strategies aligned with business needs, including capacity planning, cost modeling, and lifecycle management. Drive evaluation of commercial terms, market trends, and calculate total cost of ownership (TCO) for new and existing data center contracts. Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Technical Project Managers, Data Center Operations, Network Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Legal) to execute data center strategies and structure commercial agreements. Work closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure commercial and technical alignment during data center planning and deployment phases. Conduct research and provide market insights on data center trends, pricing models, and emerging technologies to support business decisions. Coordinate with colocation providers, equipment vendors, and system integrators to ensure optimal performance and commercial value. Participate in vendor evaluations for capacity acquisition, contract negotiations, and performance reviews. Support development of partnership strategies to enhance service quality and reduce cost exposure. Track and analyze key metrics related to cost efficiency, uptime, and resource utilization; assist in preparing summary reports for management. Maintain dashboards for monitoring data center expenditures, electricity cost trends, forecast accuracy, and vendor performance. Continuously work on process improvement plans to streamline contract negotiations and execution. Contribute to initiatives aimed at standardizing commercial processes and documentation across regions. Support continuous improvement in financial governance, vendor accountability, and project delivery. Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization in collaboration with senior team members. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Facilities Management. Minimum 3+ years of experience in Commercial Management, Product Management, M&E consulting, cost consulting, analysis, or Solution Architecture within the telco, cloud, IT infrastructure, or energy sector. Strong interest and developing skills in commercial analysis, vendor coordination, and contract administration. Familiarity with Data Center M&E systems and industry standards (Uptime Institute, TIA‑942). Proficiency in data and financial analysis. Certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, or Uptime ATD/ATS are a plus. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences. Self‑motivated, adaptable, and results‑driven; capable of thriving in a fast‑paced environment. Eager to learn and build expertise in commercial and data center operations. Resourceful and well‑connected within the Data Center market is an advantage. Kindly note that you can only be considered for one role at a time within our Group. If you have applied for other jobs with the Group, consideration will follow the order of your application. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management and Manufacturing Industries Technology, Information and Internet #J-18808-Ljbffr