Procurement Expert

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Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything - maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

The Procurement Expert manages procurement across EMEA, with support for AMER and APAC, ensuring vendor performance, compliance, and cost efficiency. Acts as the key interface between internal stakeholders and external vendors, and is part of the Global EMS Logistics team.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders through relevant procurement systems

• Build and maintain relationships with key technology vendors

• Negotiate commercial terms within approval authority limits; monitor contract renewals

• Track procurement spend and identify cost-saving opportunities

• Act as primary point of contact for internal teams on procurement requests/escalations

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Implementation, Architecture, Product, and Warehouse

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Proven experience in IT equipment/software license procurement required - not an entry-level role

• Experience managing purchase orders, vendor relationships, and operational spend

Skills

• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management

• Analytical mindset for spend data

• Organized, detail-oriented, effective communicator in a matrix organization

Language: Fluent English required; Spanish a plus

Working Conditions

• Office-based role with frequent interaction with internal teams and external vendors

• Hybrid, 2 days/week in office; standard business hours

• May require occasional support outside standard business hours for critical issues or renewals

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.

Equinix 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.

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.