At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high-tech future. We design, build and operate world class, next generation data centres, using cutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international hyperscale customers.
We are expanding our presence globally, including our newly opened data centre in PJ, meeting the current and future digital needs of Malaysia by accelerating job skills, direct investment and economic prosperity.
At NEXTDC, we know that our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company.
Where Cloud lives and AI thrives
Our Regional Contract Management and Procurement team is driving the sourcing and vendor strategy behind our growth in Australia and Malaysia. As our Procurement Specialist, you'll lead strategic sourcing activities and manage supplier relationships across our regional operations, working closely with Technical, Legal, Compliance and Commercial stakeholders to deliver outcomes that support our data centre growth.
This role suits someone who thrives on end to end ownership, from tendering through to contract management, and who wants exposure to a fast growing, mission critical industry. Here you will:
Lead sourcing events (RFI/RFP/RFQ) from supplier identification through to award recommendations
Design and implement category strategies to drive cost reduction and standardisation
Manage contract negotiation and drafting, including key commercial terms and SLAs
Oversee vendor performance and act as escalation point for contractual issues
Coordinate regional B2B engagements, including liaison with government stakeholders
Provide market and category intelligence to identify sourcing opportunities
Your responsibilities will also include:
Translating business requirements into local sourcing initiatives, working closely with parent company stakeholders
Advising stakeholders on deal terms, risk and local market practice
Managing structured handovers from tender activity to contract management
Administering vendor contracts and reviewing deliverables for compliance
Running regular vendor performance and cadence meetings
Supporting the development and construction of new and existing facilities
This opportunity will see you working with world leaders in our space. Join our Malaysian journey now and be an integral part of our success.
4–6 years' procurement experience in a similar role
Experience within Mining, Engineering, Construction or Project Management environments
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Business, Engineering or a related discipline
Strong contract drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; multilingual (English and Malay) highly regarded
Industry certification from IACCM/CIPS/IFPSM (desirable).
Opportunity to be a vital part of NEXTDC
Inclusive, diverse and values-driven working culture
Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)
Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.
Make NEXTDC your next move.