About the Position

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to help our global Procurement team provide end-to-end sourcing and procurement support for technology services in the APAC region. This includes data centre, colocation, telecom, SaaS, cloud-based, smart hands service and IT hardware sourcing which covers servers, networking, storage and desktop-related equipment. Additional responsibilities of the role will include:

• Collaborating with colleagues to anticipate needs and manage requests, ensuring alignment on key project requirements and expected outcomes
• Developing vendor partnerships through effective communication and ensuring supplier performance aligns with our business goals
• Managing end-to-end procurement processes, from supplier selection to contracting and supplier management
• Developing and executing RFX processes (RFQs, RFPs, etc.) in the APAC region
• Negotiating and redlining agreements in collaboration with our Legal team
• Demonstrating initiative in resolving discrepancies, following up and closing procurement challenges and issues
• Using developed negotiation strategies and methods to engage with vendors and formulating contracts that meet our needs while ensuring compliance
• Collaborating with the wider Procurement team to promote best practices
• Using data to drive decision-making and effective procurement strategies

About You

• Have 5-10 years of related experience, and a deep understanding of RFPs, MSAs and SOWs
• An exceptional communicator; can articulate complex procurement terms and conditions
• An independent worker who is confident and effective, even when direction is limited and scenarios are complex and ambiguous
• A strong negotiator; capable of both working collaboratively and leading project management activities
• Can balance big-picture strategic projects with daily operational tasks, like generating purchase orders
• Fluent in English

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