About the role
Job Description
The Purchasing Manager & Commercial Manager is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing activities to ensure the organization obtains high-quality goods and services at competitive prices. This role focuses on cost optimization, risk management, and supply continuity.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business goals
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors
- Lead RFQs/RFPs, contract negotiations, and pricing agreements
- Ensure timely procurement of goods and services
- Monitor market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (finance, operations, supply chain)
- Track procurement KPIs and prepare reports
- Sourcing cost saving
- Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure continuity
YOUR EXPERIENCE
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Analytical and cost management abilities
- Supplier relationship management
- Knowledge of procurement tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP ERP)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Understanding of supply chain processes and risk management
- Data Centre/ GPU/ Software Storage knowledge (nice to have)
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
- Master’s degree (MBA) preferred
- Professional certifications such as CIPS or CPSM are a plus
- Typically 5-10 years in procurement or supply chain roles
- Experience in strategic sourcing and vendor negotiations
WHAT WE OFFER
With us, you will work towards the future of HPC: From new, sustainable building methods for data centers to cooling concepts to software solutions for accelerated compute.
Your approaches count: In official exchange formats or spontaneously at the coffee machine. At Northern Data, it's the best idea that counts - not the hierarchy. We’re looking forward to getting your inputs!
You make the difference in the company: Unlike in established corporations, at Northern Data you will really help shape things. From implementing new departments, to optimizing processes and culture.
Best-in-class partners: The best work with Northern Data. This means a knowledge and time advantage from which your career and our customers benefit equally.
Green by heart: Sustainability is at the core of Northern Data. With us, you actively work on the carbon neutrality of datacenters worldwide. Beginning with our infrastructure and continuing with the solutions for our clients, we work towards a green future.
Home Office facts: Work with our international and virtual team flexible from home. And of course, your hardware wishes will be fulfilled to make your ideas for next level HPC come true.
Your wellness matters: At Northern Data we have regular wellbeing initiatives that are designed to promote wellness, diversity, inclusion, and much more, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our global team.
Aplyr's read
Northern Data is at the forefront of high-performance computing, attracting talent interested in blockchain and AI infrastructure innovation.
What's promising
- •Focus on cutting-edge blockchain and AI technology positions Northern Data as a leader in high-performance computing.
- •Recent expansion of data center solutions indicates growth and investment in infrastructure.
- •Opportunities in vendor and purchasing management suggest a robust supply chain and procurement strategy.
What to watch
- •Highly specialized industry focus may limit broader career opportunities.
- •Rapid technological changes in blockchain and AI could pose business risks.
- •Limited public information about company culture and employee satisfaction.
Why Northern Data
- •Specializes in infrastructure for blockchain, a niche yet rapidly growing sector.
- •Combines high-performance computing with AI applications, offering unique tech development opportunities.
- •Recent roles indicate a strategic emphasis on commercial and vendor management expertise.
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About Northern Data
Northern Data Group specializes in high-performance computing and data center solutions, focusing on providing infrastructure for blockchain and AI applications.
