Equinix

Chief of Staff – Procurement

Equinix

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Dallas • Colorado, Texas • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $155,000 - $233,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Collaborate closely with the CPO to identify areas of opportunity for process improvement, cost savings, and supplier optimization by coordinating with CPO direct staff and procurement personnel.
  • Leverage data analysis and insights to identify strategic opportunities and present actionable recommendations to the CPO for decision-making.
  • Drive change management initiatives and embed new ways of working across teams.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to the CPO, facilitating communication and coordination with senior executives, department leaders, and cross-functional teams.
  • Oversee and optimize the procurement process, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices to increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Lead or participate in cross-functional corporate projects and initiatives, coordinating efforts among different teams and ensuring project milestones are met on time and within budget.
  • Collaborate with Finance and Procurement personnel to develop and manage budgets, ensuring appropriate resource allocation and cost control.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards, working with the Legal and Compliance departments to mitigate potential risks as needed.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in procurement operations, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, ideally within a global organization.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, motivate, and mentor a diverse team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and use insights to drive decision-making.
  • Project management experience, with a track record of successfully leading cross-functional initiatives.
  • Knowledge of procurement best practices, legal requirements, and compliance standards.
  • Proactive and innovative mindset, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic business environment.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
Benefits
  • Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
  • Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
procurement operationsstrategic sourcingsupply chain managementdata analysisbudget managementproject managementcost controlprocess improvementsupplier optimizationcompliance standards
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationinterpersonal skillsinfluencemotivationmentoringorganizational skillsattention to detailprioritizationproactive mindset