Director - Supply Chain, EMEA (m/f/d)

Are you an experienced professional in supply chain management with expertise in Data Center construction? With significant plans for growth and global transformation, we are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of 

Director of Supply Chain (m/f/d) at NTT GDC EMEA.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of supply chain professionals that will manage the NTT GDC EMEA Data Center construction supply chain. This will include the strategic supply chain planning, sourcing, qualifications, tendering, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management. This work will enable the successful delivery of construction projects across the region and help meet company objectives. The Director will also collaborate to develop internal processes and procedures that can be used to drive consistent supply chain programs across all GDC regions. This role will primarily focus on major construction projects across the EMEA region. 

This is a full time hybrid permanent position.

What you will do

• Manage the team of supply chain professionals to ensure a consistent method of managing construction projects and achieve the company’s objectives
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that will enable the successful delivery for all construction projects (This may include supplier capacity planning, sourcing, contracting etc.)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope of services requirements and specifications
• Collaborate with cross regional supply chain leaders to share BKMs and develop consistent processes for operational efficiency
• Produce Executive level/ Management level reports around the health of the supply chain program
• Ensure there is a robust program in place to source and qualify suppliers for all scopes necessary to deliver the projects. 
• Ensure there is a comprehensive bid process in place that provides for a fair and equitable method for any bidder
• Develop and implement a supplier relationship management program in conjunction with cross regional supply chain leaders to effectively manage global supplier relationships
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project timelines, budgetary constraints, and quality standards
• Oversee the development and execution of procurement plans, tracking key milestones and deliverables to ensure on-time contract awards and within-budget to enable project construction
• Implement best practices and process improvements to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to supply chain team members and the greater construction organization

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or relevant field (Master Degree preferred)
• Extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management required, preferably in a management role; including in mission critical/Data Center preferred
• Must demonstrate a working knowledge in best practice procurement processes, negotiating purchase order terms, conditions, and pricing, cost reductions, supplier qualification processes, vendor selection and account development, logistics, and sourcing
• Must have overall expertise in Data Center construction
• Superior communication and analytical skills to drive strategic sourcing plans across the portfolio of projects
• Proven history of year-over-year (YOY) cost and/or time to market (TTM) reductions through continual improvement or innovation

What we offer you

• An agile company culture with short decision-making paths and plenty of opportunities to show personal initiative 
• Allowance for the use of public transport and job bikes 
• Allowance for the use of sports facilities
• Allowance for lunch 
• Individual training and development opportunities 
• Numerous other additional benefits such as birthday vouchers, employee advisory program, employee referral scheme, company events and much more
   

Please send us your application in English.