Procurement Specialist

About the Position We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to help our global Procurement team provide end-to-end sourcing and procurement support for technology services in the APAC region. This includes data centre, colocation, telecom, SaaS, cloud-based, smart hands service and IT hardware sourcing which covers servers, networking, storage and desktop-related equipment. Additional responsibilities of the role will include: • Collaborating with colleagues to anticipate needs and manage requests, ensuring alignment on key project requirements and expected outcomes • Developing vendor partnerships through effective communication and ensuring supplier performance aligns with our business goals • Managing end-to-end procurement processes, from supplier selection to contracting and supplier management • Developing and executing RFX processes (RFQs, RFPs, etc.) in the APAC region • Negotiating and redlining agreements in collaboration with our Legal team • Demonstrating initiative in resolving discrepancies, following up and closing procurement challenges and issues • Using developed negotiation strategies and methods to engage with vendors and formulating contracts that meet our needs while ensuring compliance • Collaborating with the wider Procurement team to promote best practices • Using data to drive decision-making and effective procurement strategies About You • Have 5-10 years of related experience, and a deep understanding of RFPs, MSAs and SOWs • An exceptional communicator; can articulate complex procurement terms and conditions • An independent worker who is confident and effective, even when direction is limited and scenarios are complex and ambiguous • A strong negotiator; capable of both working collaboratively and leading project management activities • Can balance big-picture strategic projects with daily operational tasks, like generating purchase orders • Fluent in English If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to agency-partnerships@janestreet.com.