Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement

• Shape procurement strategy across CDC's large-scale data centre development portfolio
• Lead and grow a high-performing team of category-focused specialists
• Newly created role; drive supplier performance, governance, and commercial outcomes

About Us:

Established in 2007, CDC Data Centres is Australia and New Zealand’s leading operator of secure, world-class data centre facilities. CDC plays a unique role in the fabric of the nations in which we operate, and we take this responsibility very seriously.

With multiple facilities across Australia and New Zealand, CDC’s diversified operations provide large-scale secure data centre campuses that support co-location, dedicated and hyperscale compute environments, with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.

At CDC, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone’s unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world’s best data centre team.

Our people are committed, tenacious and meticulous in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow. 

About the Role: 

As the Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement, you will lead the procurement function supporting CDC's industry-leading data centre developments across Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to the Head of Commercial, you will provide strategic leadership across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, ensuring the successful engagement of suppliers, contractors and long-lead equipment vendors critical to project delivery. Working closely with Engineering, Delivery, Finance, Legal and Commercial teams, you will drive procurement strategy, governance, and supplier performance, while leading a team of category-focused procurement specialists responsible for supporting some of CDC's most significant capital investments.

• Lead and develop a team of category specialists across electrical, mechanical, and other key procurement categories.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that support CDC's development pipeline and long-term business objectives.
• Oversee complex sourcing, tendering, evaluation and negotiation activities across major capital projects.
• Establish and continuously improve procurement governance, processes, reporting and performance frameworks.
• Partner with project, engineering and commercial teams to ensure procurement activities align with project schedules and budgets.
• Drive supplier performance, capacity planning and risk management to support successful project delivery.
• Provide commercial leadership and recommendations to senior stakeholders on critical procurement decisions.

What’s in it for you:

CDC offers excellent employment conditions and benefits such as:

• CDC Academy - Make your mark by enhancing your professional development with the CDC Academy. Enrol in specialised training courses that will help you develop skills and ensure you thrive in your chosen career.
• CDC Day - An additional day of paid leave dedicated to nurturing your health and wellbeing.
• Parental Leave - Inclusive and above legislative tenure of parental leave entitlements to help you start, grow and care for your family.
• Volunteer Leave - Make a meaningful difference with 2 days of volunteering leave for any cause or charity of your choice.
• Employment Assistance Program - Be confident that you and your family are supported with access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• CDC Social Events - CDC’s offers staff and their family’s inclusive events that nurtures relationships, connection and friendships across the business. CDC hosts BBQs, family picnics and community events, bringing together CDC staff in different settings.

About You: 

You are an experienced procurement and commercial leader who thrives in complex project environments. Combining strong commercial acumen with a collaborative leadership style, you have a track record of building high-performing teams, influencing senior stakeholders and delivering strategic procurement outcomes. You excel at balancing commercial, technical and delivery priorities, and enjoy creating structure, governance and long-term supplier partnerships that enable business growth.

• Significant experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, or commercial management within construction, infrastructure, engineering, utilities, data centres, or major capital projects.
• Proven leadership experience in managing and developing procurement, commercial or project teams.
• Strong expertise in procurement planning, tendering, supplier negotiations and commercial governance.
• The ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders across technical, operational and executive functions.
• Experience in managing high-value supplier relationships and driving supplier performance outcomes.
• A strategic mindset with strong analytical, planning and problem-solving capabilities.

Essential:

Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.

How to Apply:

If you are looking for an opportunity to play a vital role in a fast-growing Australian Technology company and be part of our amazing team, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success. We actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and encourages everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.