Purchase Executive

The Purchase Executive in the Data Center & Cloud industry will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring IT and infrastructure-related products and services specific to the industry. This role involves vendor management, cost optimization, contract handling, and ensuring timely delivery of equipment and services to support critical operations. Key Responsibilities The responsibilities include: - Procuring hardware, software licenses, and cloud service contracts. - Managing procurement of facility-related items. - Ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations. - Identifying, evaluating, and onboarding reliable vendors and OEMs. - Maintaining strong vendor relationships and evaluating performance. - Conducting price benchmarking and ensuring competitive pricing. - Negotiating terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with vendors. - Reviewing and administering purchase contracts, SLAs, and NDAs. - Preparing procurement reports and cost analysis for management. - Ensuring compliance with internal audit requirements and external standards. - Mitigating risks related to lead times, delivery issues, and vendor reliability. - Collaborating with cross-functional teams to forecast and plan procurement needs. - Supporting project-based procurement for data center buildouts or cloud migrations. Key Requirements Education: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, IT, or a related field. Technical Skills: - Strong knowledge of IT and data center components. - Familiarity with procurement software/ERP systems. - Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting tools. Soft Skills: - Excellent negotiation and communication skills. - Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities. - Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Preferred Experience - Experience working with colocation vendors, hyperscale cloud providers, or enterprise data center vendors. - Understanding of global sourcing and import/export regulations, especially for IT hardware.,