Procurement Manager

About Nscale

Nscale is taking on the hyperscalers by building a vertically integrated cloud built for AI. We own the data centres, software, and applications that power today's AI stack using sustainable technology solutions. We thrive on a culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability, where every team member takes pride in their work and drives it with excellence and urgency.

As a Nscaler, you’ll build trust through openness and transparency, where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Collaboration is key, and we work together swiftly and respectfully, embracing adaptability and resilience in all we do.

Procurement Manager – APAC

What You'll Be Doing

The Procurement Manager – APAC will lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities for Data Centre development and operations across the Asia-Pacific region. This role is responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating complex contracts, driving cost optimization, mitigating supply chain risk, and ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical infrastructure components.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in data centre construction, MEP systems, IT infrastructure procurement, or large-scale infrastructure sourcing within APAC markets.

About You

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Develop and execute procurement strategies (CAPEX & OPEX) for APAC Data Centre projects
• Lead sourcing for key categories including:
• Critical power (UPS & Batteries, Generators, Switchgears, Transformers, etc)
• Cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH/Fan Walls/Rear Door Coolers, Chillers, Cooling Towers, etc)
• Racks and containment
• Network and IT hardware
• Construction and MEP contractors
• Conduct RFx processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ) and supplier evaluations
• Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and cost benchmarking

Supplier & Contract Management

• Manage Multi-Site Agreements (MSAs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and supplier performance reviews to maintain quality, safety, and operational reliability.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing agreements, and long-term supply contracts.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships across APAC markets.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery timelines, and compliance.
• Mitigate supply chain risks including capacity constraints and geopolitical impacts.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Engineering, Construction, Operations, and Finance teams.
• Support new data centre builds, expansions, and retrofits.
• Ensure procurement milestones align with project schedules.
• Provide procurement updates and reporting to senior leadership.

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and governance standards.
• Manage regional regulatory and import/export requirements.
• Develop contingency plans for critical equipment and long lead items.

Cost Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Identify cost-saving opportunities across APAC markets.
• Leverage volume aggregation and regional contracts.
• Drive process improvements and procurement digitization initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
• At least 7-10 years of Procurement experience, with at least 3 years in Data Centre, infrastructure, or mission-critical environments.
• Strong procurement experience in APAC markets 
• Proven track record negotiating high-value contracts.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and data centre infrastructure preferred.
• Experience managing multi-country supplier networks.
• Strategic thinking and commercial acumen
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Cross-cultural stakeholder management
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Analytical and financial modeling skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent capital projects

In All We Do, Our Core Values Guide Us

Relentless Innovation

At Nscale, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation, embracing creative risks to shape the future. Our aim is to deliver products that not only meet but exceed today’s expectations, setting new standards for tomorrow.

Ownership and Accountability

Every Nscaler is fully accountable for their work, driving it with excellence and urgency. We set high standards, ensuring that our contributions are not just good but exceptional.

Openness and Transparency

We believe trust and transparency are key to our success. We maintain open communication within our teams and with stakeholders, sharing both successes and challenges. Our open-source approach allows customers to explore our technology, building trust and ensuring our solutions are both innovative, secure, and reliable.

Customer-Centric Focus

Our customers are central to our mission, and we are committed to delivering impactful solutions that drive real-world success. We focus on deeply understanding their needs and challenges, striving to exceed expectations in both product quality and service.

Sustainability

We are dedicated to considering the long-term environmental and societal impacts of our technologies. By integrating sustainability into our operations and product development, we ensure that our innovations are both effective and responsible, contributing positively to the world around us.

Full-Speed Collaboration

Collaboration at Nscale is fast, efficient, and respectful. We work together seamlessly, with clear communication and mutual respect, ensuring our shared goals are met with high standards and impactful outcomes.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know.

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and are intended to provide a general overview of the position. The employee may be required to perform additional duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management, consistent with the skills and qualifications required for the role.

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