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Category Manager
Location:
Frisco, TX
Description:
Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 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 providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Category Manager Job Summary Responsible for recommending and implementing sourcing strategy for specific categories with collaboration from stakeholders to resolve issues as they arise. Responsibilities Partners with Regional Procurement, business leaders, and other key stakeholders to execute capital and operational purchases that deliver cost savings and reduce supplier lead times and improve vendor performanceEnsures appropriate supply agreements are in place and guides internal teams how to monitor adherence to the terms of the agreementAligns with internal customers regarding best negotiation positions and provide stakeholders with a balanced view of contract risk and liabilitiesDirectly engages suppliers at the appropriate levels to influence the best outcome for Equinix that meets or exceeds the business requirementsUtilizes a global perspective in determining and executing on category strategyDevelops a vendor management strategy to reduce and consolidate global vendors for the categoryDevelops, communicates and executes against consistent global procurement strategies and best practicesEstablishes procurement goals, metrics, and work plans to meet operational objectivesContributes to spend category management strategies and action plansMonitors and maintains full industry and market knowledge of category, suppliers, best practices, competitive landscape, etc.Communicate and collaborate with all key stakeholders to ensure alignment of the overall strategyCommunicate and implement strategy effectively throughout the relevant teams Drives and delivers cost savings opportunities aligned with organization commitmentsManages regional/program/project RFx and support category initiatives as neededDevelops cost savings proposals and interacts closely with suppliers, and internal customers, to achieve the cost savingsCreates and maintains cost forecasts (reduction or increase) and cost-tracking for the categoryLeads the supplier management end-to-end processBuilds and maintains supplier relationships and drives improvement in the areas of cost, risk, and qualityIdentify and mitigate supplier risks in the areas of financial, capacity, location, single sole source, spend, and revenue, etc.Educates suppliers on the mechanics of doing business with EquinixIdentifies and resolves various supplier management problemsSupports selection of new suppliersActs as point of escalation for suppliers when neededResponsible for all relevant documentation execution including contract SOW signature, supplier certification including insurance & ISO documentsPartners with Legal on the contract lifecycleWorks with business partners to develop and agree SOW, business and commercial requirementsLeads vendor negotiations including business terms and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)Manages business requirements for Order Management & Delivery teamInitiates supplier creation in the Source to Pay systemsSupports Global Category Lead as needed Qualifications 7+ years of experience preferredBachelor's degree or equivalent experience requiredMaster's degree preferredEquinix 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.The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $111,000 to $185,000 per yearCalifornia (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $104,000 to $172,000 per yearColorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $94,000 to $156,000 per yearOur pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link: USA Benefits eBook 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 .The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $111,000 to $185,000 per yearCalifornia (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $104,000 to $172,000 per yearColorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $94,000 to $156,000 per yearOur pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link: USA Benefits eBook
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