Strategic Procurement Lead - Data Centre Developer

We are working exclusively on behalf of a fast-growing data centre developer building out their procurement function from scratch.This is a newly created role and the company's first strategic procurement hire, based in Singapore. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and leading the procurement function with a specific focus on capital equipment critical to data centre operations - including generators, UPS systems, transformers, cooling infrastructure, and other mission-critical plant and equipment. The role requires someone who is both strategic and hands-on, able to design the procurement framework while simultaneously executing on active sourcing requirements across the development pipeline.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and lead the company's strategic procurement function from scratch, establishing policies, processes, vendor frameworks, and governance structures.Own end-to-end procurement of capital equipment for data centre builds including generators, UPS systems, transformers, cooling infrastructure, and switchgear.Develop and maintain a preferred vendor and supplier panel for critical equipment categories.Lead commercial negotiations for major equipment contracts, securing optimal pricing, lead times, warranty terms, and service agreements.Work closely with Development and Engineering teams to align equipment specifications and procurement timelines with construction programmes.Manage long-lead item procurement to ensure on-time delivery and mitigate programme risk.Track procurement KPIs, spend visibility, and savings targets with regular reporting to senior leadership.RequirementsMinimum 10 years of procurement experience with significant focus on capital equipment or critical infrastructure.Deep knowledge of mission-critical data centre equipment categories including generators, UPS, transformers, cooling systems, and switchgear.Proven track record building procurement functions or category strategies from the ground up.Strong commercial acumen with experience leading high-value equipment negotiations and managing complex supplier contracts.Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a lean, fast-moving environment.Singapore-based; regional exposure across Southeast Asia an advantage.