Supply Chain Manager - Construction Services and Equipment (m/f/d)

As our Supply Chain Manager - Construction Services and Equipment (m/f/d), you'll oversee the procurement and program management of construction services and equipment for our data center projects. You will also be responsible for developing and executing supply chain strategies, establishing and maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of construction services.

What you will do

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies for data center construction projects, including supplier sourcing and selection, contract negotiation, and performance management (inclusive of key performance indicators)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project management, engineering, safety, commissioning, and quality, to define scope of services requirements and specifications
• Identify and qualify suppliers for construction services/equipment, conducting due diligence (prequalification), evaluating capabilities, and negotiating contracts
• Lead the bid process for construction services/equipment, including issuing requests for proposals (RFPs), evaluating bids (analysis), and selecting suppliers based on pre-established cost, quality, and performance criteria
• Ensure construction services/equipment suppliers cost data captured in benchmark database is complete, accurate, and valid so it may be used to drive key business decisions
• Manage supplier relationships throughout the project lifecycle, including performance monitoring to contractual obligations, suppliers business reviews, and issue resolution
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project timelines, budgetary constraints, and quality standards
• Develop and execute procurement plans, tracking key milestones and deliverables to ensure on-time contract awards and within-budget to enable project construction
• Implement best practices and process improvements to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to supply chain team members and the greater construction organization, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Seek cross-functional procurement training and provide supplemental support for Owner Furnished Contractor Installed electrical and mechanical equipment categories, as needed

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications such as MCIPS preferred
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, contracting strategies, and their interrelationship
• Familiarity with various industry-based construction contract templates (FIDIC etc.) and the negotiation of those contracts
• Contract negotiation skills and experience negotiating Construction Master Service Agreements
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive data driven results in a fast-paced environment
• Organized, analytical, and structured with excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated strong capability and expertise in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint
• Knowledge of construction services procurement best practices
• Works well in a team environment and independently, gives and receives clear expectations well
• Proven experience in supplier relationship management of construction service categories (General Contractor, Architect, Commissioning Agent, Specialty Contractor (Building Monitoring Systems) and Consultant, etc.) and equipment (generators, chillers, UPS etc) and performance monitoring
• Understanding of basic finance and accounting business structure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, and lead high-performing teams

What we offer you

• An agile company culture with short decision-making paths and plenty of opportunities to show personal initiative
• Flexible working time models and mobile working (depending on your role)
• Allowance for the use of public transport and job bikes
• Allowance for the use of health and wellness
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Numerous other additional benefits such as birthday vouchers, employee advisory program, employee referral scheme, lunch allowance, company events, etc.

Note: Please submit your application in English.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About the Global Data Centers division of NTT DATA

NTT Global Data Centers is ranked as one of the top three leaders worldwide by IDC in their Colocation and Interconnection Services MarketScape, spanning more than 20 countries and regions including North America, Europe, Africa, India and APAC.

As a neutral operator, we offer access to multiple cloud providers, a large variety of Internet Exchanges and telecommunication network providers including our own IPv6 compliant, tier 1 global IP network. Our clients benefit from tailored infrastructure and experience consistent best practices in design and operations across all of our reliable, scalable and customizable data centers.

Working at NTT Global Data Centers

At NTT Global Data Centers, we stand as one of the largest data center providers, dedicated to powering the digital infrastructure of tomorrow. Innovation is in our DNA. We thrive on pushing boundaries, exploring new possibilities, and embracing emerging technologies to continuously ensuring that every interaction, every solution, and every outcome exceeds our clients’ expectations. Our values are the guiding principles that shape our culture, define our identity, and propel us forward as one of the industry leaders.

Interested in becoming part of an agile international team and actively shaping the digital infrastructure of tomorrow?

Join our team by submitting your application today!