Procurement Manager (Data Center)

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable Procurement Manager with strong expertise in supply chain management and purchasing. The ideal candidate will have proven track records in vendor management, contract negotiations, and procurement processes.

Princeton Digital Group (PDG) invests in, develops, and operates data centers cities across high growth digital economies of Asia including China, Singapore, India, Indonesia, and Japan. Having already amassed a portfolio of 19 data centers in 13 cities across 5 countries since its incorporation in 2017, PDG aims to be one of the largest pan-Asia data center operators. The fast-growing PDG continues to build its footprint in existing markets and has a clear strategy to enter other customer-priority markets such as South Korea and Malaysia. The company is backed by Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm with a proven track record of building best-in-class platforms in TMT and real estate, and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, Canada’s largest single-profession pension plan with a diverse global portfolio of assets. Data centers have been one of the best performing asset classes over the last decade in the US public capital markets and PDG is well positioned to capture these secular trends and become one of the world’s leading data center companies.

Princeton Digital Group (PDG) invests in, develops, and operates data centers cities across high growth digital economies of Asia including China, Singapore, India, Indonesia, and Japan. Having already amassed a portfolio of 19 data centers in 13 cities across 5 countries since its incorporation in 2017, PDG aims to be one of the largest pan-Asia data center operators. The fast-growing PDG continues to build its footprint in existing markets and has a clear strategy to enter other customer-priority markets such as South Korea and Malaysia. The company is backed by Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm with a proven track record of building best-in-class platforms in TMT and real estate, and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, Canada’s largest single-profession pension plan with a diverse global portfolio of assets. Data centers have been one of the best performing asset classes over the last decade in the US public capital markets and PDG is well positioned to capture these secular trends and become one of the world’s leading data center companies.

Responsibilities

• a) Procurement Activities
• Validate user requirements and manage the end-to-end process of floating RFQs, RFPs, and tenders.
• Identify and develop suppliers based on specific requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational needs.
• Lead market research, supplier benchmarking, and trend analysis to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive strategic sourcing decisions.
• Lead vendor negotiations to secure optimal procurement deals.
• Conduct cost comparisons, prepare detailed reports, and establish target pricing.
• Provide informed purchase recommendations to drive cost-effective decisions.
• Conduct regular supplier evaluations and audits.
• b) Contract Management
• Draft the contract agreement and negotiate contract terms with vendors on a case-by-case basis, ensuring favorable outcomes for the organization.
• Collaborate with legal teams and users to ensure contract compliance and alignment with organizational policies.
• c) Process & Policy Adherence
• Ensure strict compliance with the organization's procurement policies and procedures.
• Adhere to Delegation of Authority (DOA) for all purchase orders and procurement decisions.
• Ensure compliance with the Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act (CLRA) and other relevant regulations.
• Draft and develop procurement SOPs that incorporate ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) criteria.
• d) Stakeholder Management
• Engage with key stakeholders to ensure appropriate vendor selection, dimensioning, and commercial models.
• Identify high-risk suppliers and develop alternate plans to mitigate potential risks.
• Conduct periodic governance meetings with suppliers to ensure ongoing alignment and performance.
• Drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction initiatives for projects.

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