• Develop and manage vendor programs for critical infrastructure and equipment, including servers, networking hardware, liquid-cooling systems, generators, switchboards, transformers, UPS systems, chillers, hybrid coolers, IT 'Pods', Cabinets, and power distribution units. • Negotiate standardized master service agreements (MSAs), preferred vendor programs, and volume-based pricing structures. • Establish strategic warehousing and integrated supplier product management solutions. • Evaluate and manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery timelines, and sustainability metrics. • Design procurement frameworks that scale across multiple data center sites (e.g., Santa Clara, Reno, Chicago, Austin). • Standardize purchasing processes including RFPs, competitive bidding, and contracting to ensure consistency and compliance. • Align procurement programs with corporate priorities such as cost control, uptime, ESG commitments, and regulatory compliance. • Leverage strategic advanced procurement strategies to maintain product availability across the development portfolio • Partner with Finance to track spend versus budget and develop cost models for large-scale infrastructure projects. • Deliver accurate cash flow forecast for all procured equipment • Maintain delivery forecasting and milestones within an integrated master schedule. • Implement long-term sourcing strategies, including bulk purchasing, forward contracts, and commodity hedging (e.g., steel, copper). • Support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis for major capital equipment and supplier decisions. • Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, and Construction teams to ensure equipment is ordered, delivered, and installed on schedule. • Support IT and Network teams in sourcing specialized hardware, including servers, GPUs, and networking equipment. • Ensure supply chain readiness for new data center builds, expansions, and technology refresh cycles. • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks such as single-source dependencies, geopolitical exposure, and extended lead times. • Develop contingency plans, including alternative suppliers and strategic inventory strategies. • Ensure compliance with trade regulations, import/export controls, and sustainability requirements. • Implement and optimize procurement systems and tools (e.g., ERP platforms, Yardi, Coupa, SAP Ariba, or similar). • Define and track key procurement KPIs, including supplier performance, lead times, contract compliance, and cost savings. • Continuously improve procurement processes to enhance scalability, transparency, and operational efficiency.

• Play a key role in strengthening and expanding Scarpel’s global SMS supplier network • Identify, onboard, and develop relationships with SMS A2P vendors for iGaming messaging traffic • Negotiate commercial agreements and evaluate supplier performance • Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure competitive pricing and reliable route coverage • Support client needs and business growth within the Carrier Operations team

Role Description Join us in our fast-paced support to the Space Development Agency (SDA). Recognized as the Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking a Contracts Specialist to support SDA’s mission. Responsibilities include: - Assist the Government contracting officer with the solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts and Other Transactions for Prototypes for research and development and/or enterprise operations services for SDA. - Assist the Government contracting officer with the administration of contracts and agreements by assuring compliance with the terms and conditions, including resolution of problems concerning the obligations and duties of the parties. - Assist the Government contracting officer with terminating contracts and agreements by analyzing, negotiating, and settling claims and proposals. - Perform cost analysis of performer/offeror proposals submitted to SDA to determine cost reasonableness. - Plan, establish, or review contracts, programs, policies, or procedures. - Assist with the development of acquisition strategies and managing of source selections. - Perform other duties as needed. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field - 6+ years' Federal contracting experience - Highly organized and able to work in fast-paced environment - Top Secret/SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob Requirements - Master's degree (preferred) - DAWIA Certification a plus Company Description QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Manage strategic sourcing processes, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure procurement of chemicals and raw materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support sourcing strategies and drive cost savings initiatives effectively.