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Director of Americas Procurement Project Execution - Major Capital Equipment
Location:
Frisco, TX
Description:
Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. 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. Director of Americas Procurement Project Execution - Major Capital Equipment Job Summary Manages and leads the team responsible for company wide programs. Is responsible for planning standards reviews. Responsibilities People ManagementOversees a team within the America's region (NAM & LatAm)Manages regional initiatives & OKRsIs accountable for the performance and results of direct reportsIs responsible for:The performance management of team membersTalent development, including quarterly conversations, career conversations and individual development/growth plansModeling Equinix Culture and ValuesBusiness PartneringEngages and collaborates with business teams for regional procurement and governanceIs an escalation point to resolve stakeholder issues within the regional teamEducates the business on procurement processes and governanceRecommends enhancements to the Source to Pay process and systemsResource Management (people, finances etc.)Will provide management updates on supplier performance and team productivityIs an escalation point for the team for solving resource/budgetary issuesContributes and/or is responsible for resource planning (people, finances etc.) activitiesNegotiationsPartners intra-regionally with business leaders, and other key stakeholders to execute capital and operational purchases that deliver cost savings, reduce supplier lead times, and improve vendor performanceEnsures appropriate supply agreements are in place and guides internal teams how to monitor adherence to the terms of the agreementAligns with internal customers regarding best negotiation positions and provide stakeholders with a balanced view of contract risk and liabilitiesDirectly engages suppliers at the appropriate levels to influence the best outcome for Equinix that exceeds the business requirementsProcurement StrategyUtilizes a global perspective in the execution of procurement strategy within the regionDevelops a vendor management strategy to "right size" the supply strategy for the regionDevelops, communicates and executes against global procurement strategies and best practices for the regionEstablishes and delivers procurement goals, metrics, and work plans to meet operational objectivesContributes for spend category management strategies and action plansMonitors and maintains full industry and market knowledge of equipment, suppliers, best practices, competitive landscape, etc.Communicate and collaborate with all key stakeholders to ensure alignment of the overall strategyCommunicate and implement strategy effectively throughout the relevant regional procurement teamsLead the regional procurement teams to implement procurement strategy effectively throughout region across the relevant categoriesCost SavingsDrives and delivers cost savings opportunities aligned with organizational commitmentsDevelops cost savings proposals and interacts closely with suppliers, and internal customers, to achieve the cost savingsCreates and maintains cost forecasts (reduction or increase) and cost-tracking for the regionSupplier ManagementLeads the end-to-end supplier management processBuilds and maintains supplier relationships and drives improvement in the areas of cost, risk, and qualityIdentify and mitigate supplier risks in the areas of financial, capacity, location, single sole source, spend, and revenue, etc.Educates suppliers on the mechanics of doing business with EquinixIdentifies and resolves various supplier management problemsSupports selection of new suppliersActs as point of escalation for suppliers when neededContract ManagementResponsible for all relevant documentation execution including contract SOW, and supplier certification including insurance & RFP documentsPartners with Legal on the contract lifecycleWorks with business partners to develop and agree SOW, business and commercial requirementsNegotiates contract details with suppliersManages business requirements for Order ManagementInitiates supplier creation where applicable in the Source to Pay systems Qualifications Over 10 years of experience preferredBachelor's degree or equivalent experience requiredMaster's degree preferredExperience managing a teamEquinix 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.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. 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