about the company
Our client is a global leader in high-tech infrastructure and mission-critical construction, delivering state-of-the-art facilities across the Data Center, Semiconductor, Cleanroom, and Advanced Manufacturing sectors. To support rapid regional expansion, they are seeking an experienced Head of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing, sub-contractor management, and vendor ecosystems for complex high-tech facility developments.
about the job
... - Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
- Lead end-to-end procurement strategies for multi-million dollar high-tech construction projects, with a focus on mission-critical facilities (Data Centers, Fabs, BioPharma/Cleanrooms).
- Establish global and regional sourcing networks for long-lead equipment.
- Drive cost optimization, total cost of ownership (TCO) reductions, and value engineering without compromising project delivery timelines or quality standards.
Contract & Risk Management
- Standardize and manage contract negotiations using international FIDIC, NEC, or bespoke design-and-build frameworks.
- Mitigate supply chain risks, geopolitical exposures, and raw material volatility through robust vendor risk assessments and dual-sourcing strategies.
- Ensure strict compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and corporate governance standards.
Supplier & Vendor Relationship Management (SRM)
- Build and manage strategic partnerships with tier-1 equipment manufacturers, MEP sub-contractors, and engineering consultants.
- Implement supplier performance metrics (KPIs/SLAs) to monitor quality, safety, delivery schedules, and budget compliance.
Team Leadership & Transformation
- Lead, mentor, and scale a multi-disciplinary team of Procurement Managers, Sourcing Specialists, and Quantity Surveyors.
- Champion digital procurement solutions (ERP/e-Procurement platforms, BIM-integrated procurement workflows) to optimize procurement efficiency.
- Integrate ESG and sustainability criteria into supplier selection and material sourcing.
about the manager/team
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Managing Director.
skills and experience required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent.
- 12+ years of progressive procurement experience in construction, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing high-tech facilities construction (Data Centers, Fabs, Cleanrooms, or Mission-Critical infrastructure).
how to apply
We’d love to learn more about your journey and how you can help drive this next chapter of growth. Whether your background is fully aligned or you bring strong transferable leadership in mega-project procurement, let's start a conversation.
