Supply Chain Specialist / Manager (LLE Procurement, Data Centres)

About the role

Linesight, a global project and cost management consultancy, is looking for a Supply Chain Specialist / Manager to work on long lead equipment (LLE) procurement for data centre projects. The role sits alongside highly experienced, culturally diverse teams and involves acting as a strategic partner to the client's procurement team.

Key responsibilities

• Track manufacturing and delivery timelines for long lead equipment and coordinate milestones with general contractors and vendors
• Prepare and present change order slides, review vendor invoices and ensure timely payments
• Prequalify and shortlist suppliers through bid analysis and negotiate pricing, recommending awards
• Manage contract development, finalisation and administration
• Create and manage RFPs, purchase orders, change orders and invoicing
• Assist with onboarding on-site supplier teams and liaise with site and vendor teams
• Benchmark industry trends and keep up with the competitive landscape
• Oversee post-contract management, including contract administration advice, claims tracking and processing change orders
• Coordinate storage, on-site deliveries, installation and commissioning with the General Contractor, mitigate Extension of Time claims and keep stakeholders updated

Required profile

• Experience in supply chain or procurement within a data centre or complex construction environment, focused on long lead owner-supplied equipment
• Previous experience with OSE equipment RFPs
• Full procurement lifecycle experience, pre-award and post-award
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and adapting to dynamic challenges
• Excellent verbal and written communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Required skills

• Strong Excel proficiency
• Documentation for post-award administration
• Handling escalations and resolving issues under pressure

All interviews are in person or virtual with video required.