Procurement Analyst Buyer – Consultancies, Development Procurement - EMEA

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

About Development Procurement

The EMEA Development Procurement Team reports directly to the Chief Development Officer. The Development Function is responsible for project delivery following site acquisition to hand-off to Operations. This includes: new site development, design and construction.

The Development Procurement Team is responsible for procurement of 3 main capex categories: General Contractors, Power Sub Station and Design/Consultancy/Advisory services (i.e. construction management, project management, permitting support, etc.). As an enabling function, we work in collaboration with our stakeholders, to support projects across the full EMEA portfolio to enable success. 

Position Overview

With seven active campuses and additional planned expansion Vantage is looking for a talented Analyst to drive process efficiency, simplification, standardisation and continuous improvement across supply chain related activities. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Consultancies, the Analyst will be an important part of the team to successfully improve the way we operate and enable data driven decision making.

As an Analyst Buyer you will work closely with the EMEA Consultancies procurement team, stakeholders and suppliers alike. You will assess and understand the business need/requirements and work with stakeholders to agree and deliver the appropriate procurement approach including the required tendering and contracting aspects of the process. You will develop and improve ways of working with key stakeholders and suppliers, establishing a strong and effective supply chain in the relevant category areas. You will develop and deliver techniques for effective analysis of supplier proposals and performance to drive key supplier/contract award decisions. 

Essential Job Functions

• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders to establish project procurement requirements and develop effective procurement strategies and timeline for consultancy contracts to enable project success
• Support the development of a robust overview of supplier (existing and potential) capabilities by region and category in order to provide advice, guidance and support to key business stakeholders
• Manage and support procurement activities for key project consultancy spend areas, guiding on the optimal sourcing approach, balancing best practice and business imperatives
• Manage day-to-day contracting activities to ensure that there are robust contract agreements in place for key consultancy activities across the relevant categories, including but not limited to supplier review and onboarding and contract approvals

Duties

• Implement best practices in procurement and supplier management to support commercial and operational objectives
• Establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with all key stakeholders, internal and externally, including but not limited to colleagues, peers, suppliers and clients
• Develop and manage a programme of stakeholder management activities, both internal and external, to ensure the delivery of key contracts in line with contractual deliverables and agreed expectations. Review meetings should assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost down and improvement opportunities
• Establish MI reporting requirements and protocols in order to provide an overview of delivery performance on key contracts, successes and development opportunities
• Work with the wider Development and OFCI Procurement Teams to share lessons learned and establish best practice across the Procurement team

Job Requirements

• Preferably Bachelor of Science degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration or equivalent required
• 3+ years of relevant procurement and supply chain experience in complex supply chain organisations
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills with exceptional stakeholder management experience and capabilities
• Strong data analytic skills and proficiency with MS Excel, cloud based financial systems, powerpoint, etc.
• Excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to effectively assess and present complex data to drive informed decision making
• Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to assess, evaluate and understand the issues and establish potential solutions
• Assertive and confident and able to quickly build a high level of personal and professional credibility within the business and customer base, demonstrating strong commercial and financial acumen

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.