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Oracle Buyer in MUMBAI, India
Job Description
The EMEA Real Estate & Facilities procurement team is responsible for several countries and partners with the Real Estate & Facilities, Global Physical Security, and Data Center Lines of Business to manage strategic procurement. The team also collaborates closely with Oracle’s RE&F project managers on all construction and office fit-out related activities.
Understanding of Data Center Infrastructure: Comprehensive knowledge of key data center components such as servers, networking equipment, power supply systems, cooling systems, and rack infrastructure.
Report to the Manager, Facilities Procurement EMEA for Real Estate & Facilities and Global Physical Security Services.
Work to objectives/targets set by the Global Procurement Senior Director, Director Facilities Procurement, JAPAC and EMEA and Manager, Facilities Procurement EMEA.
Career Level - IC2
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including RFQs, RFPs, bid analysis and contract negotiations.
Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies, and legal requirements.
Use data-driven insights to make informed procurement decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts, including pricing, delivery schedules, and service levels. Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations as necessary.
Analyze costs and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising on quality or service levels.
Monitor supplier performance against agreed-upon service levels and KPIs.
Address any performance issues with suppliers promptly to ensure continuous improvement.
Conduct regular supplier reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with contract terms.
Prepare and present procurement reports, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and cost savings.
Ensure procurement processes comply with company policies, ethical standards, and legal regulations.
Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, including supplier risks and compliance risks.
Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation for auditing purposes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any field) or a related field.
3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on Data Center infrastructure and Facilities services.
Knowledge of data center industry and experience managing a variety of project delivery methods - ability to lead a project in defining risk and developing the appropriate contracting.
Relevant Procurement Certifications would be an advantage.
Good command of the English language, both oral and written.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Excellent understanding of procurement processes, market trends, and supplier management.
Proficiency in procurement software and tools, as well as MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
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