Director of Low-Voltage Vendor Management (Seattle, WA or California)

divh2Leading The Vendor Management Transformation/h2pThis Director role offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead the Low-Voltage Vendor Management function, driving operational excellence and vendor partnership within Oracles Data Center Infrastructure Delivery team. The successful candidate will have a direct impact on the efficiency, quality, and success of low-voltage installations across global data center projects. With a focus on strategic leadership, people development, and vendor relationship management, the Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring that Oracles data centers are built to the highest standards, on time, and within budget./ph3Responsibilities/h3pStrategic Vendor Management Leadership:/pulliSet the vision and strategy for Low-Voltage Vendor Management, aligning it with Oracles overall data center objectives./liliDevelop and implement best-in-class vendor management practices, processes, and performance metrics./liliFoster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and vendor partnership./li/ulpPeople and Team Development:/pulliLead and inspire a talented team of vendor management professionals, providing mentorship and growth opportunities./liliRecruit, onboard, and retain top talent, ensuring a diverse and skilled workforce./liliConduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and support professional development./li/ulpExecutive Stakeholder Engagement:/pulliCommunicate and collaborate effectively with executive leadership, providing updates on vendor-related initiatives./liliPresent vendor performance insights, risks, and strategic recommendations to senior management./li/ulpVendor Relationship and Performance Management:/pulliEstablish and maintain strong relationships with key low-voltage vendors, ensuring long-term partnerships./liliNegotiate and manage vendor contracts, defining service-level agreements and performance expectations./liliRegularly assess vendor performance, conduct business reviews, and drive continuous improvement./li/ulpOperational Excellence and Process Optimization:/pulliImplement robust processes for vendor qualification, selection, and onboarding, ensuring a streamlined approach./liliOptimize material management and logistics processes related to low-voltage installations./liliIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness./li/ulpRisk Mitigation and Change Leadership:/pulliLead risk assessment and mitigation strategies related to low-voltage vendors, ensuring project continuity./liliManage and approve change orders, considering their impact on cost, schedule, and performance./li/ulpGlobal Collaboration and Coordination:/pulliCollaborate with global data center teams to align vendor management practices and standards./liliCoordinate vendor activities across multiple data center sites, ensuring consistency and knowledge sharing./li/ulpIndustry Insights and Innovation:/pulliStay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in low-voltage systems and vendor engagement./liliIdentify and implement innovative solutions to enhance vendor performance and overall data center efficiency./li/ulpContract and Compliance Management:/pulliReview and negotiate contracts, ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and operational requirements./liliManage contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and vendor performance evaluations./li/ulh3Requirements/h3p15+ years of progressive experience in vendor management, program/project management, or a related field, with a strong focus on people leadership. Proven track record in managing and leading vendor relationships, preferably in the data center, construction, or infrastructure industry. Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities, translating strategies into actionable plans. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, effectively engaging with C-level executives and vendors. Proficiency in performance management, including KPI development and vendor evaluation. Knowledge of low-voltage systems, data center operations, and construction processes is highly desirable. Experience in process improvement, change management, and operational excellence initiatives. A Bachelors degree in a relevant field; an advanced degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred. Professional certifications in project/program management or vendor management are advantageous./ppDisclaimer: Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates./ppRange and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only US: Hiring Range in USD from: $139,400 to $291,800 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral./ppOracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracles differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity./ppOracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:/pulliMedical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion/liliShort term disability and long term disability/liliLife insurance and ADD/liliSupplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)/liliHealth care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts/liliPre-tax commuter and parking benefits/lili401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match/liliPaid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation./lili11 paid holidays/liliPaid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours./liliPaid parental leave/liliAdoption assistance/liliEmployee Stock Purchase Plan/liliFinancial planning and group legal/liliVoluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance/li/ulpThe role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - M4/ppAbout Us: As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrows technology to tackle todays challenges. Weve partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sectorand continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity. We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. Thats why were committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all. Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs. Were committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_mb@oracle.com or by calling +1 888 404 2494 in the United States. Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law./p/div