At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high tech future. We design, build and operate world class, next generation data centres, using cutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international customers.
NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100 listed technology company, only 16 years young and operating 17 data centres across 7 major cities in Australia, and our first international data centre in Kuala Lumpur which opened in May 2026. We have multiple sites across APAC in development to support our customer’s digital infrastructure well into the next decade.
At NEXTDC our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer centric data centre services company.
Where Cloud lives and AI thrives
Job Description
As our Senior Procurement Category Manager, you’ll be a sharp, commercially driven professional able to own the Facility Management and Operations categories and deliver real value across our expanding portfolio.
Sitting at the intersection of procurement strategy and operational excellence, you'll be a trusted business partner to our Engineering, Operations, Finance and Legal teams driving category strategies, managing complex supplier relationships, and helping underpin our 100% uptime commitment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and executing category strategies across Facility Management and Operations
- Leading sourcing events and negotiating contracts with equipment and service providers
- Managing the full contract lifecycle including renewals, variations and dispute resolution
- Driving supplier performance through structured reviews and acting as the key escalation point
- Conducting spend analysis, market benchmarking and demand forecasting
- Maintaining category plans aligned to site expansion and new data centre build pipelines
This opportunity will see you working with world leaders in our space. Join our Australian journey now and be an integral part of our success.
Qualifications
- 5–7 years' procurement experience across Capex, Opex and MRO categories
- Proven track record delivering cost savings, supplier performance improvements and commercial outcomes
- Experience managing end-to-end sourcing events (RFI, RFP, RFQ) and complex contract negotiations
- Knowledge of critical environments (data centres highly regarded), including electrical, mechanical and facility management categories
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate business needs into procurement strategy
- Understanding of EHS frameworks and contractor compliance obligations
Contact us today to find out more about the local opportunities we have available.
Additional Information
- Seize this exciting opportunity to join one of Australia’s fastest growing companies and play a key contributing role in the future of AI and the digital economy
- Join an inclusive, diverse and values driven working culture supporting hybrid work practices
- Enjoy awesome employee benefits (gifted share options, NEXTDC days, volunteer days, professional development, holistic wellbeing and mental health programs and more)
- Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)
Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.
Make NEXTDC your next move.
Skills Required
- 5-7 years' procurement experience across Capex, Opex and MRO categories
- Proven track record delivering cost savings, supplier performance improvements and commercial outcomes
- Experience managing end-to-end sourcing events (RFI, RFP, RFQ) and complex contract negotiations
- Knowledge of critical environments, including electrical, mechanical and facility management categories (data centres highly regarded)
- Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to translate business needs into procurement strategy
- Understanding of EHS frameworks and contractor compliance obligations
What We Do
NEXTDC is an ASX100 listed technology company enabling business transformation through innovative data centre outsourcing solutions and connectivity services. As Australias largest locally owned and operated data centre provider, NEXTDC is Australia’s most trusted provider of premium data centre solutions. With a national footprint of nine data centres certified to the highest global standards, NEXTDC provides secure, reliable, and high‑performance data centre and interconnection solutions to enterprise and government organisations. NEXTDC has built and operates Australia’s most cloud‑connected data centre network, providing organisations with the most direct access to the leading public cloud platforms, networks, and IT services infrastructure. Recognised by Frost & Sullivan as the leading data centre solutions in the Australian market, NEXTDC is Australia’s only data centre provider who operates a nationwide network of Tier IV and Tier III facilities in the country's national growth markets. Please visit www.nextdc.com for more information, latest news and current job vacancies.
