Procurement Intermediate

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Lagos, Lagos Island, Lagos
Mid level
Big Data • Cloud • Internet of Things
The Role
Support category management and strategic sourcing processes, assist in supplier communication and negotiations, and collaborate on demand planning activities.
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Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. 

 

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providingan equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. 

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting execution and implementation with direction from leadership on vision and day-to-day tasks.
 

Responsibilities

Category Management

  • Provides support in category negotiations to gain professional expertise

  • Support the creation of Request for Quotes (RFQs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs), confirming accuracy and completeness in documentation

  • Assist in supplier communication and follow-up during the sourcing process

  • Participate in basic negotiations with suppliers to achieve favorable terms

Strategic Sourcing

  • Support in the execution of sourcing strategy for category

  • Assist in collecting and analyzing data related to category performance, market trends, and supplier performance

  • Support the development of category strategies under the guidance of senior team members

  • Identify potential suppliers, conduct basic supplier assessments, and maintain supplier information

Demand / Supply Chain Planning

  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure availability of goods/services

  • Help in generating basic demand forecasts to support procurement decisions

  • Collaborate with supply chain team to ensure timely delivery of materials

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of related experience is required

  • Bachelor's degree in related field

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Top Skills

Data Analysis
Demand Forecasts
Rfps
Rfqs
Supplier Assessments
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The Company
HQ: Redwood City, CA
10,765 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Equinix (Nasdaq: EQIX) is the world’s digital infrastructure company™, enabling digital leaders to harness a trusted platform to bring together and interconnect the foundational infrastructure that powers their success. Equinix enables today’s businesses to access all the right places, partners and possibilities they need to accelerate advantage. With Equinix, they can scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value.

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