Sr Procurement Manager

Senior Procurement Manager, India

Who we are:

Digital Edge is a trusted and forward-looking data center platform company, established to transform digital infrastructure in Asia. 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 equity capital with investors including some of the world s largest institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds.

Digital Edge s vision is to be the leading provider of sustainable, next generation digital infrastructure in Asia. Our mission is to build the foundation for the world s digital future, helping organizations to grow sustainably and empowering populations they serve.

Founded in 2020, the company has grown rapidly across multiple markets in the region, and currently provides data center and fiber services across Japan, South Korea, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia and China. The Company now owns and operates 21 data centers with over 500 MW of critical IT load in service and under construction and development, with another 300 MW held for future development,

This role is an exciting opportunity to join our fast growing 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:

Reporting to the Head of Procurement to ensure the strategic sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing activities align with the organization s goals. The role is required to develop supplier partnerships, drive cost-efficiency, and support operational excellence across all business units. This role will be based at our site office in Navi Mumbai.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that are aligned with organizational goals and ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
• Lead the procurement team in sourcing goods and services, consultants, long-lead equipment, general contractors, and specialist contractors incl. contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and compliance with company policies. Including maintaining supplier relationships and continuously evaluating supplier performance and compliance .
• Enforce company s procurement policies, processes, and systems for efficient and transparent operations.
• Manage procurement budgets and deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, align procurement activities, and support project execution.
• Continuously assess market trends, benchmark costs, and drive innovation in procurement practices.
• Collaborate with platform to forecast demand, align procurement plans, and support project execution.
• Compile tender documentation, evaluation reports, and 3QF/approval packages for management endorsement.
• Create purchase requisitions and coordinate with Finance to ensure accurate and timely issuance of purchase orders.
• Prepare, maintain, and utilize Procurement Strategy, Tender Event Schedules, Procurement Trackers, and other tools to plan and control procurement activities including equipment delivery tracking and vendor status updates.
• Actively champion and implement the organization s policies on health safety, environment, energy, quality, information security, and business continuity, ensuring adherence to incident reporting, legal, and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate:

• Bachelor s degree of Engineering in Electrical/Mechanical.
• Minimum 15 years experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role and DC industry experience is must.
• Proven ability to lead procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and deliver measurable cost savings.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated experience in managing 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.
• Experience managing and developing high-performing procurement teams.

Join us to shape the future of Digital Infrastructure in Asia.

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