Category Sourcing Manager

Overview

The Category Sourcing Manager ("CSM") is responsible for developing, executing, and managing corporate sourcing initiatives for a variety of direct and indirect categories, depending on expertise. CSM will perform complex data analysis to identify new sourcing & other cost optimization opportunities to generate cost savings for categories managed. Categories would include, but not limited to:
Electrical, Mechanical, Capital Improvement Projects, SG&A, IT, MRO, Facilities Maintenance, Data Center Infrastructure Fit-outs and Data Connectivity. CSM is responsible for negotiating complex/competitive programs & communicating to line of businesses and Senior Management the value propositions associated with Category proposals. CSM will work collaboratively with internal user departments to facilitate, optimize and execute the purchase and corporate governance of these spends categories within organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, or Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experience

• Seven or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-Chain

• Experience in contract development, execution, negotiation and management

• Skilled in building relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts

• Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization

• Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements

• Demonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience

• MBA or Master’s degree in Supply Chain

• Experience working for or supporting a data center provider (multi-tenant data center, hyperscale user, or equipment provider)

• Procurement certification (e.g. ISM CPSM)

• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization.

• Use organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking.

• Perform necessary and timely follow-up, escalating appropriately if necessary.

• Strong planning, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.

• Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems

• Self-motivated and goal driven

• This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

• This position is bonus eligible

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We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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