Data Centre Procurement Officer
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Supports data centre strategy, procurement, and commercial activities across the Americas, including business case preparation, supplier negotiations, and COGS reporting.
About this role
Reporting to the Director of Network Strategy, the Data Centre Procurement Officer supports data centre strategy, procurement, and commercial activities across the Americas.
Working closely with the Director of Data Centre Strategy and regional colleagues across EMEA and APAC, the role supports Megaport’s global data centre footprint through commercial analysis, market intelligence, supplier management, business cases, and negotiations.
You will work with Network Engineering, Finance, Sales, Operations, and other stakeholders to evaluate opportunities, optimise costs, and support the delivery of a scalable and commercially efficient data centre strategy.
The role will build strong knowledge of Megaport’s data centre footprint, suppliers, and active initiatives, providing continuity across data centre activities while supporting expansion across the Americas and the wider global network.
What You’ll Be Doing
Support data centre strategy, procurement, and commercial activities across the Americas, including North America and Latin America.
Work closely with the Director of Data Centre Strategy and regional colleagues across EMEA and APAC.
Analyse and prepare business cases to support data centre expansion, optimisation, and other strategic initiatives.
Support supplier negotiations and manage commercial discussions with data centre operators and infrastructure partners.
Contribute to the development of the annual cost of goods sold (COGS) budget.
Collaborate with Finance to prepare monthly COGS reporting, including value-added commentary.
Provide monthly reporting on key performance indicators relating to data centre and network costs.
Engage with Network Engineering and Operations teams to support data centre strategy and network expansion.
Maintain market intelligence on data centre operators, facilities, pricing, and industry developments.
Maintain accurate procurement, supplier, contract, and commercial records.
Support special projects and strategic initiatives as directed by management.
What We're Looking For
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in procurement, vendor management, business development, telecommunications, data centres, or a related field.
Experience managing contracts and suppliers, ideally across multiple vendors or regions.
Commercial understanding of data centre services, colocation, network transport, internet transit, or related telecommunications infrastructure.
Familiarity with networking concepts and technologies preferred.
Confidence reviewing contractual terms and engaging with suppliers on commercial discussions and negotiations.
Strong analytical and financial skills, with experience in budgeting, business cases, or cost analysis.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
Proven ability to work independently, take ownership of activities, and work effectively across different time zones.
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