Overview:
As an Associate of Procurement and Supply Chain Management at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will gain vast industry experience that will open doors for you, extend your skillset and expand your perspective. We will empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role so that you can take charge of your career progression with us. For us lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.
The Opportunity:
In this role you will:
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Assist in the procurement of goods and services across the construction industry
Create and manage all aspects of the procurement process including requests for proposals, purchase orders, change orders and invoicing
Conduct prequalification and shortlisting of suppliers through bid analysis and expert negotiation of pricing, making award recommendations as required
Ensure all documentation is well organised, accessible and provide administrative support where required
Benchmark the latest industry trends and practices to keep a fresh view on the competitive landscape
Manage contract development, finalisation, and administration with rigorous attention to detail
Conduct supplier capacity modelling, production planning and inventory management systems across the region
Create weekly reports and dashboards to monitor overall progress and identify any risks in the supply chain
Develop, implement, and manage supply chain strategies on a global scale
Create cost estimates and planning schedules for long lead equipment
Assist with the onboarding of on-site supplier teams and foster a positive supplier relationship through expert liaison with site and vendor teams
Engage in supplier relationship management and monitor performance through KPIs
Provide strategic procurement advice and direct responsibility for engagement with multiple client teams
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Manage procurement operations and performance across our project portfolio and drive innovation, continuous improvement and value creation
Establish procurement policies, procedures, and best practices that align with the company's strategic goals
Implement technology solutions and tools to enhance visibility, tracking, and performance monitoring across the supply chain
Participate in financial planning, forecasting, fee submissions and invoicing to enhance productivity and profitability
Empower and motivate employees, promoting a high-performance culture and professional growth
Develop talent acquisition and retention strategies to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment
We would love to hear from you if you:
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Have grown your experience over 8 years in a procurement and supply chain management role within a data centre or construction environment
Have a Bachelor’s degree or a professional qualification in a procurement or supply chain management related discipline
Have previous experience with data centre OFCI equipment and RFPs
Have an in-depth technical knowledge of power and cooling equipment
Have an end-to-end knowledge of procurement and supply chain operations with international sourcing experience
Are results driven and have sales experience with a proven track record
Are an excellent communicator verbally and in writing
Are enthusiastic about being part of a global team, and able to flex your hours to engage across regions and time zones
Have excellent IT skills with a strong focus on data processing, management and analytics
Have strong negotiation skills and a passion for reducing costs and a track record of success in this area
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Adapt to new processes with agility and enthusiasm
Love a dynamic environment with the opportunity to manage your own priorities and deadlines
Thrive on building strong relationships with your team and clients through a shared purpose and sense of openness and fun
Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Possess excellent planning, organisation and people management skills
