Procurement Transformation ManagerEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 20 years of continuous growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,100 networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents. A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.This role will be part of the Procurement Systems, Process & Automation team responsible for supporting the implementation transformation roadmap to steer the Procurement Function to ensure results delivery year-on- year.You own the development & delivery of Global Procurement Catalog strategy ensuring the alignment to the business needs and commercial objectives. You work in collaboration with all global business function and IT to co-create a clear strategy. You will be accountable for the transformation of ways of working and delivery of other key critical initiatives within the procurement roadmap.With one direct report you will also be responsible for delivery of the PO contract compliance monitoring project globally and operational oversight to the APAC region.Key Responsibilities Proactively engages and collaborates with Finance, IT and Legal partners as the procurement process systems & architecture lead and ensures systems reflect current business requirements within the global frameworkCo-creates strategy with Procurement Excellence leads on critical initiatives in Procurement transformation roadmapCoordinates project budget preparationSupports business understanding of procurement processes and governance, and develop partner knowledge of function and handles expectationsWorks with business to assess and implement User improvement feedback requests and enhancements. Gain partner support and approval on target approachLeads initiatives to ensure timely and on-budget system/ toolset performanceCommunicates extensively with internal and external partnersDevelopment and implementation of change activity plans for approved procurement change initiatives.Oversees the end-to-end process of bringing new suppliers onboard and ensuring that they are integrated smoothly into the procurement system.Leads end-to-end supplier onboarding processes that align with organizational goals and best practices.Establishes key performance indicators to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of the supplier onboarding process.Compliance Monitoring Lead the program to conduct quality reviews and compliance checks on key/high risk aspects of the procurement process, in accordance with business assurance services (BAS) feedback.Support direct report in preparing timely and accurate responses to non-compliance reporting and facilitate the conduct, tracking and close outSupport the update of procurement policies, procedures, work practices and forms.Operational Support Acts as subject matter expert, best practice advocate and system mentor for the procurement order management process, governance, policies and proceduresManage direct report who provides T2 and T3 process and systems support in APAC region providing guidance, training and purchase order management strategies to the ordering communityProvide a back-up operational support service to the Procurement Excellence Team when necessaryIndirect Management of the Procurement Helpdesk to XXProvide indirect support for any xScale or M&A activity in the APAC regionQualifications 5+ years’ experience in Procurement, preferably with a procurement operations backgroundExperience of working within an ERP like Oracle or Coupa is preferredQualifications in a relevant field such as Finance, Economics, Logistics, Management, Commerce or BusinessIn-depth understanding of procurement fundamentals & strategic sourcing is requiredKnowledge of, or experience in compliance assessment of procurement processes preferredStrong communication and influencing skillsProven leadership ability of planning, managing, and delivering sophisticated projects at a cross-functional or enterprise-wide levelStrong change management credentials, ability to develop a compelling vision & implement the strategy with excellenceKnowledge of new Procurement technologies, tools and ongoing innovationsEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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