Senior Manager, Procurement (Opex)

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Johor Bahru, Johor, MYS
In-Office
Senior level
Big Data
The Role
Lead Malaysia-wide OPEX procurement covering facilities management, maintenance, utilities, and operational services. Develop sourcing strategies, manage tenders and contract negotiations, oversee vendor performance and commercial terms, and drive cost optimization and process improvements. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliant procurement execution, governance, and audit readiness. Lead and develop the procurement team while providing market intelligence, insights, and reporting to senior leadership.
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Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure
DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started.
As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.
If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage OPEX procurement activities across Malaysia, covering FM, maintenance, facilities, utilities, and other operational services.
  • Develop and execute procurement strategies, sourcing plans, tendering, and contract negotiations to achieve cost savings and value improvement.
  • Manage key vendors and contracts, including performance, pricing, SLA/KPI, and commercial terms.
  • Partner closely with Operations, ADM, Finance, Legal, and relevant stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant procurement execution.
  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, DOA, governance, and audit requirements.
  • Drive cost optimization, supplier consolidation, process improvement, and procurement efficiency.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the OPEX procurement team across Malaysia.
  • Provide procurement insights, market intelligence, and management reporting to senior leadership.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 8+ years of procurement experience, with strong OPEX/FM/maintenance procurement exposure.
  • Proven experience in tender management, contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Ability to lead a team and work independently in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
  • Experience in data center, facilities management, engineering, or similar industries is an advantage.

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 8+ years of procurement experience
  • Strong OPEX, facilities management, or maintenance procurement experience
  • Experience in tender management
  • Experience in contract negotiation
  • Experience in vendor management
  • Experience in cost optimization
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to lead a team and work independently in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
  • Experience in data centers, facilities management, engineering, or similar industries
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The Company
HQ: Singapore

What We Do

DayOne is a data center pioneer that develops and operates next-gen digital infrastructure for industry leaders who demand reliable, cost-effective and quickly scalable solutions. Our cutting-edge facilities empower hyperscalers and large enterprises to achieve rapid deployment and enhance connectivity, driving transformative engagement and innovation as we shape the future of industries. DayOne's data centers are located across key markets, including Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), Greater Bangkok, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo, and beyond. Headquartered in Singapore, DayOne’s leadership team draws on over two decades of industry experience and a track record of building Asia's largest data center business. With DayOne, they have created the SIJORI (Singapore, Johor, and Riau Islands) market as a global data center hub. As demand for strategically located and customized data centers rises, DayOne's entrepreneurial spirit, customer-first strategy, deep local partnerships, and agile executional capabilities uniquely position us to power the growth ambitions of leading hyperscalers and large enterprises around the world.

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