Strategic Sourcing Manager - T5 Data Centers

Forever On! From the start in 2008, T5 has been focused on supporting enterprise and hyperscale customers with customized data center solutions. Today, we remain dedicated to an unrivaled level of quality that extends across the lifecycle of the core data center ranging from customized turnkey development, facilities management and data center operations to customized construction needs worldwide!

The world’s biggest companies trust T5 with their data center operations.

At T5, our success is fueled by our team. With over 400 engineers, technicians and professional staff, we’re proud to foster an inclusive culture of excellence and progression that’s dedicated to serving our customers.

• Commitment to Diversity & Military Veterans
• Battle-Tested Leadership Experience
• 100% Data Center Focused
• Owner-Operator Mindset

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and refining mechanical equipment and services category and sourcing strategies in support of the enterprise.  In addition, the Strategic Sourcing Manager (Mechanical) will play a critical role in ensuring that each business segment achieves their objectives by applying a relentless focus on total cost of ownership with respect to the Mechanical category, and by implementing effective and dynamic supplier management strategies as market conditions evolve. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize data center mechanical infrastructure system and equipment subject matter expertise to engage and partner with Development, Construction, and Facilities Management stakeholders to develop and optimize sourcing strategies in support of company and division objectives.
• Work with Development, Construction, and Facilities Management teams to develop a demand plan for mechanical equipment and mechanical equipment services, including technical requirements, volumes, timelines, and budgets.
• Stay abreast of market trends for each sub-category, utilizing market and supplier intelligence to develop supply risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Utilize appropriate tools, including Kraljic matrices, to establish sourcing and supplier management strategies for each critical Mechanical sub-category.
• Develop and maintain an approved supplier list (ASL) for each strategic Mechanical sub-category.
• Support site and project team procurement efforts by managing the RFQ and RFI processes for relevant goods or services.
• Assist Procurement team in the vendor contract execution process.
• Develop and implement tools and metrics to evaluate and monitor key category supplier performance.
• Assist in tactical procurement escalations, reconciliations, and reporting, as required.
• Establish strategic relationships with key category suppliers, using a hierarchical communication protocol, to enable access where required to deliver results.
• Promote continuous value improvement for each sub-category, maintaining a tenacious focus on total cost of ownership (quality, lead-time, service, and price).
• Travel as required (~25%) to maintain internal stakeholder and key supplier relationships.
• Maintain appropriate sourcing and supplier management records, by project and by vendor, and prepare reports for vendor performance reviews and internal strategic sourcing meetings.
• Perform general office duties relating to their responsibilities, including:
• §  Correspondence and filing
• §  Minutes of meetings
• §  Preparation of reports and documentation
• §  Updating of electronic records
• §  Vendor administration
• §  Issue escalation process and updates
• §  Interface with vendors, customers, executives, Facilities Management and Construction Services teams, leadership, and internal finance team to address and resolve any inquiries or issues
• Train staff as and when required.
• All other work as assigned by T5 Procurement or Executive leadership.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• 3+ years of Strategic Sourcing or Category Management experience in support of data center construction with an emphasis on mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Supply Chain Management, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheets and Windows, required
• Handle confidential information in a sensitive and professional manner, required
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, required
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines while working independently, required
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization, required
• Exceptional organizational, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, required
• Exceptional attention to detail, required
• Ability to approach problems both logically and creatively, required
• A drive to exceed expectations and be part of a dynamic, growing organization, required
• An energetic self-starter with a “can-do / whatever it takes” attitude who can perform under pressure, work successfully on tight deadlines, and identify and resolve problems as they arise, required

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

T5 Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.