NTT Global Data Centers
Category Manager – Global Strategic Sourcing
Drive high-impact sourcing strategies across global categories at NTT Global Data Centers. We seek a strategic partner to lead category initiatives, negotiate supplier agreements, and deliver measurable cost savings.
Key Responsibilities
Lead global sourcing events, manage supplier relationships, and oversee contract governance.
Serve as a strategic partner within NTT Data Global Data Center, helping to elevate strategic sourcing role and influence across the organization.
Lead Global Sourcing events, manage supplier relationships, and oversee contract governance to ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance standards.
Act as the strategic interface between internal stakeholders and global suppliers, ensuring alignment of sourcing strategies with business objectives and supplier capabilities.
Lead complex, high-value global sourcing initiatives, including RFx development, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and executive-level presentations.
Drive supplier base optimization through consolidation and tail spend management, reducing complexity and unlocking cost efficiencies.
Deliver multi-million-dollar cost savings through strategic sourcing, demand planning, and process transformation, supporting aggressive financial targets.
Design and execute global category strategies that promote standardization, innovation, and long-term value creation across global business units.
Conduct in-depth analysis of supplier proposals, cost structures, and market trends to inform data-driven sourcing decisions and enhance total cost of ownership (TCO).
Negotiate and manage global strategic supplier agreements, optimizing global commercial terms, service levels, and performance metrics.
Evaluate, benchmark, product and service offerings, documenting key differentiators to support informed decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
Monitor global supplier performance and cost metrics, generating actionable insights and monthly reporting for leadership reviews and continuous improvement.
Identify, qualify, and onboard innovative suppliers, expanding sourcing options and driving competitive advantage.
Mentor and develop junior sourcing professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and building procurement capabilities across the team.
Oversee order fulfillment and supplier compliance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, delivery timelines, and service-level agreements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Attributes
Demonstrates executive presence and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Skilled communicator and problem-solver, capable of navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in evolving business contexts.
Passionate about global strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement excellence.
Experienced Global Sourcing professional in analyzing market trends to determine optimal timing and selection for supplier contracts, supply orders, and significant investments in products or technology.
Expertise in cost-benefit analysis, with a strategic mindset for evaluating global sourcing decisions and maximizing value delivery.
Advanced negotiation capabilities, fostering strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers while securing favorable terms and performance outcomes.
Comprehensive understanding of product and service quality standards, ensuring compliance and consistency across Global Sourcing activities.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
High emotional intelligence, maintaining composure and sound judgment under pressure while navigating complex stakeholder dynamics and global ambiguity.
Proven leadership and team collaboration skills, capable of driving cross-functional initiatives.
Exceptional communication skills, adept at facilitating global discussions, documenting Global Sourcing strategies, and delivering impactful reports to stakeholders.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for data analysis, reporting, and presentations and AI usage for streamlining routine skills and data analysis.
Hands‑on experience with leading procurement platforms, including Ariba, Coupa, SAP, Power BI, Microsoft Teams, and CRM systems, enabling efficient Global Sourcing operations and data‑driven decision‑making.
Academic Qualifications & Certifications
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study; Master’s degree a plus.
Relevant certifications, e.g., CSCP, CPIM.
Required Experience
10+ years of seasoned global experience working in the category field and related procurement / strategic sourcing experience within a regulated industry.
Physical Requirements
Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending.
Able to hear and speak into a telephone.
Close visual work on a computer terminal.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
Work Conditions & Other Requirements
This position is remote with some global travel required for bi‑monthly on‑site collaboration team meetings in a shared work environment (4‑5 days).
Extensive daily usage of workstation or computer.
Must have flexible work schedule to accommodate across global business hours.
Compensation Base salary $145,800 – $208,200, annual bonus, benefits including paid time‑off, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k, and flexible spending account.
Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is a proud equal opportunity employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. All employees are eligible for equal pay and benefits. Fraud notice: NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information. Please remain vigilant of third parties who may impersonate NTT DATA recruiters.
Remote position with global travel. Monthly stipend for remote work and personal device use.
Apply today.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead global sourcing events, manage supplier relationships, and oversee contract governance.
Serve as a strategic partner within NTT Data Global Data Center, helping to elevate strategic sourcing role and influence across the organization.
Lead Global Sourcing events, manage supplier relationships, and oversee contract governance to ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance standards.
Act as the strategic interface between internal stakeholders and global suppliers, ensuring alignment of sourcing strategies with business objectives and supplier capabilities.
Lead complex, high-value global sourcing initiatives, including RFx development, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and executive-level presentations.
Drive supplier base optimization through consolidation and tail spend management, reducing complexity and unlocking cost efficiencies.
Deliver multi-million-dollar cost savings through strategic sourcing, demand planning, and process transformation, supporting aggressive financial targets.
Design and execute global category strategies that promote standardization, innovation, and long-term value creation across global business units.
Conduct in-depth analysis of supplier proposals, cost structures, and market trends to inform data-driven sourcing decisions and enhance total cost of ownership (TCO).
Negotiate and manage global strategic supplier agreements, optimizing global commercial terms, service levels, and performance metrics.
Evaluate, benchmark, product and service offerings, documenting key differentiators to support informed decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
Monitor global supplier performance and cost metrics, generating actionable insights and monthly reporting for leadership reviews and continuous improvement.
Identify, qualify, and onboard innovative suppliers, expanding sourcing options and driving competitive advantage.
Mentor and develop junior sourcing professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and building procurement capabilities across the team.
Oversee order fulfillment and supplier compliance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, delivery timelines, and service-level agreements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Attributes
Demonstrates executive presence and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Skilled communicator and problem-solver, capable of navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in evolving business contexts.
Passionate about global strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement excellence.
Experienced Global Sourcing professional in analyzing market trends to determine optimal timing and selection for supplier contracts, supply orders, and significant investments in products or technology.
Expertise in cost-benefit analysis, with a strategic mindset for evaluating global sourcing decisions and maximizing value delivery.
Advanced negotiation capabilities, fostering strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers while securing favorable terms and performance outcomes.
Comprehensive understanding of product and service quality standards, ensuring compliance and consistency across Global Sourcing activities.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
High emotional intelligence, maintaining composure and sound judgment under pressure while navigating complex stakeholder dynamics and global ambiguity.
Proven leadership and team collaboration skills, capable of driving cross-functional initiatives.
Exceptional communication skills, adept at facilitating global discussions, documenting Global Sourcing strategies, and delivering impactful reports to stakeholders.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for data analysis, reporting, and presentations and AI usage for streamlining routine skills and data analysis.
Hands‑on experience with leading procurement platforms, including Ariba, Coupa, SAP, Power BI, Microsoft Teams, and CRM systems, enabling efficient Global Sourcing operations and data‑driven decision‑making.
Academic Qualifications & Certifications
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study; Master’s degree a plus.
Relevant certifications, e.g., CSCP, CPIM.
Required Experience
10+ years of seasoned global experience working in the category field and related procurement / strategic sourcing experience within a regulated industry.
Physical Requirements
Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending.
Able to hear and speak into a telephone.
Close visual work on a computer terminal.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
Work Conditions & Other Requirements
This position is remote with some global travel required for bi‑monthly on‑site collaboration team meetings in a shared work environment (4‑5 days).
Extensive daily usage of workstation or computer.
Must have flexible work schedule to accommodate across global business hours.
Compensation Base salary $145,800 – $208,200, annual bonus, benefits including paid time‑off, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k, and flexible spending account.
Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is a proud equal opportunity employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. All employees are eligible for equal pay and benefits. Fraud notice: NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information. Please remain vigilant of third parties who may impersonate NTT DATA recruiters.
Remote position with global travel. Monthly stipend for remote work and personal device use.
Apply today.
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