Director, Supply Chain Americas

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Key Responsibilities

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.

Knowledge & Attributes

Display client focus and high service orientation. Excellent people management and leadership ability. Strategic thinking ability. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent decision-making skills. Deep supply chain knowledge understanding of all aspects of supply chain processes. Reliable and able to produce a high quality of work. Ability to coordinate, plan and organize their work accurately and efficiently. Actively seek to improve all aspects of the logistics and supply chain by streamlining steps and locating the best prices for inventory. Ability to conceptualize large-picture projects and foresee challenges and needs to be addressed. Ability to research companies and determine the best vendors to reach out to for various projects.

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or relevant field. Master Degree preferred. Supply Chain Management certification preferred.

Required Experience

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. Significant experience in driving alignment to a common vision and working across multiple stakeholders to achieve results. Significant demonstrated experience as a people manager (direct or indirect or virtually). Significant strategic project and / or program management experience. Significant experience in financial analysis and analytics.

Physical Requirements

Frequently move about inside and outside of data center / facility. Remain stationary for long periods of time. Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment. Perform work during US business hours and time zones.

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

Attend meetings onsite at a data center location. Travel required 25% of time. Perform work from a remote location with stable internet connection. This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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