Manager, Commercial Procurement, Japan

Who we are:

Digital Edge DC (Digital Edge) is a leading data center platform company, established to transform digital infrastructure in Asia. We seek to build the foundation for the world’s digital future, helping organizations to grow sustainably and empowering the populations they serve.

Through building and operating state-of-the-art, energy-efficient data centers rich with connectivity options, we bring new colocation and interconnect options to the Asian market, making infrastructure deployment in the region easy, efficient and economical. Backed by Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, Digital Edge has in excess of US$1.6 billion in committed capital.

Founded in late 2019, the company has grown rapidly across multiple markets in the region, with 30+ data centers in operations and under construction, and this role is an exciting opportunity to join the team as we further expand our footprint across Asia.

Our values:

• Respect: We embrace diversity and collaboration.
• Innovation: We share ideas and solve problems.
• Strive: We are driven and determined.
• Excellence: We seek to deliver the best.
• Responsibility: We do what’s right for our people and the planet.

What we need:

This role will organize and oversee construction procurement and ensure projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. Working with the Construction Development team from inception, due diligence, and Basis of Design (BOD) creation to Real Estate Investment Committee (REIC) presentations through to successful close-out, with specific focus on the procurement of consultants, long lead equipment and network hardware. This role will be based in Japan.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the Regional Commercial Management team, providing regular reporting and updates to ensure alignment between commercial objectives and overall project goals, and report directly to the Regional Commercial Director.
• Provide commercial and procurement support to the local Construction Director, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives and goals.
• Develop and manage relationships with all key stakeholders and subcontractors to ensure transparency and communication of project delivery timeliness and that quality meets the Company’s design standards
• Support and contribute the development of business cases for new investment opportunities together with Corporate Development and the Regional Construction & Development teams until project completion
• Ensures best practices, continuous improvement, maximization of opportunities and risk management processes are put in place to safeguard the commercial interests of the company
• Assist in developing construction change management and scope management
• Develop and manage in-country CAPEX budgets and forecast estimation to support decision-making
• Monitor and tracks project progress and financial performance/cost report including alignment with the Finance record and Procurement to Pay (P2P) system
• Compile all Tender Reports documentation for 3QF approval including submission and obtaining approval
• Create purchase requisition and coordinate with the Finance team to ensure timely processing and issuance of purchase order
• Draft, review, and manage all project contracts, including Project Service Agreements for consultants and contractors including obtaining all necessary signatories and approval
• Resolve contract dispute and implement effective resolution strategies
• Maintain comprehensive records of contract documentation and amendment
• Oversee the procurement and management of local external cost consultants/quantity surveyor throughout the entire project lifecycle, ensuring all contractual deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that are aligned with organizational goals and ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
• Lead the procurement process for all construction-related works including consultants, long-lead equipment, general contractors, and specialist contractors.

The successful candidate:

• Degree or Associate Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Quantity Surveying background.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role and DC industry experience is must.
• Subject matter expert knowledge of data centre cost and commercials, construction capital projects strategy and supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills.
• Flexible, agile, and forward thinker who thrives on continuous change of direction
• Independent decision-maker who takes communicates their own ownership and accountability
• Passionate in helping to grow the company
• Demonstrated experience in managing project commercial and procurement for large-scale operations across multiple categories.
• Experience in ERP systems and procurement software tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
• Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Join us to shape the future of Digital Infrastructure in Asia. Apply now for a confidential career discussion.