Procurement Specialist

Position – AVP OR VP – Procurement Data centre Reporting to – Head Procurement Data centre Experience - 10+years in Procurement - Data center Projects Education - BE / B Tech - Civil - Mechanical - Electrical Requirement – The Procurement Buyer supports the sourcing and procurement of infrastructure materials and services for data centre constructionCost Savings: reduction in procurement costs through negotiation, strategic sourcing, or vendor consolidation.Budget Adherence: Variance between actual spend and budgeted spend for infrastructure procurement.Must have prior experience in procurement of large core & shell civil contracts preferably from data centresMust have prior experience in procurement of precast, cast in situ and steel structures more than 5 lacs sqft single structure respectivelyShould be able to read the architectural civil drawingsKnowledge about building codes, sustainability, major requirements of building certificationsExcellent knowledge of sourcing of RMC, steel, cement, advance framing, shuttering systems,Vendor eco system managementIdentify, evaluate and engage with high value strategic partners, global general contractors and niche vendors in civil industryLead commercial negotiations, price discussions and contract f inalization with a focus on TCO and flexibilityEstablish vendor scorecards and feedback loops for ongoing performance managementShould have hands on experience in doing rate analysis for major items from MEP fitout packagesDevelop alternate supplier strategies to mitigate risks and ensure continuityThis role requires that projects are delivered within budget, financial risks are minimized, and resources are optimally allocated.Excellent collaboration & communication skillsShould have go getter approach while dealing with internal customersConflict & dispute resolution, solution-oriented approachPerform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.Excellent in MS excel, MS power point & email etiquette Qualifications & Skills:Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in civil engineering• Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, NICMAR) are a plusDaksha SindhiVoice / WhatsApp – 6353077232E – Mail – daksha@upman.in