Senior manager - vendor management

Job Description

Why Oracle - Leading the Way in Vendor Management:

This role offers a unique and challenging opportunity to lead a critical function within Oracle's Data Center Organization, driving the success of our global data center projects. The Director of Low-Voltage Vendor Management will have a direct impact on the company's ability to deliver world-class cloud infrastructure by establishing and maintaining strong vendor relationships, optimizing processes, and leading a talented team.

If you possess the required expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for driving operational excellence, this position provides a platform to make a significant contribution to Oracle's cloud journey and leave a lasting impact on our data center operations.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the long-term strategy for Low-Voltage Vendor Management, aligning it with Oracle's overall data center objectives and global expansion plans.

People Management and Mentorship:

Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Technical Program Managers and other direct reports, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Recruit, onboard, and retain top talent, ensuring a diverse and skilled workforce.

Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and support career development for team members.

Vendor Relationship and Performance Management:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with key low-voltage vendors, ensuring strategic alignment and partnership.

Negotiate and review master service agreements, defining service-level expectations and performance metrics.

Regularly assess vendor performance, conduct business reviews, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Process Optimization and Standardization:

Design and implement standardized processes for vendor engagement, qualification, and performance monitoring across all data center sites.

Identify opportunities for process automation and tool implementation to enhance efficiency.

Risk and Compliance Management:

Develop risk mitigation strategies related to low-voltage vendors, ensuring business continuity and data center operational readiness.

Ensure vendor compliance with Oracle's policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Construction Management, Design, Supply Chain, and Operations teams, to align vendor activities with project goals.

Act as a liaison between vendors and various internal departments, facilitating effective communication and problem-solving.

Budget and Cost Management:

Manage and optimize the budget related to low-voltage vendor engagements, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money.

Conduct cost-benefit analyses and make data-driven decisions regarding vendor selection and resource allocation.

Industry Insights and Innovation:

Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in low-voltage systems and vendor management.

Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance vendor performance and overall data center efficiency.

Requirements:

12+ years of progressive experience in vendor management, program/project management, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a people leadership role.

Proven track record of successfully managing and leading large-scale vendor relationships, preferably in the data center or infrastructure industry.

Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.

Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities, capable of translating strategies into actionable plans.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience of engaging and influencing C-level executives and stakeholders.

Proficiency in performance management, including KPI development, data analysis, and reporting.

Knowledge of data center operations, low-voltage systems, and associated industry standards.

Experience in process improvement and change management, with a focus on continuous optimization.

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; an advanced degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.

Professional certifications in project/program management, vendor management, or leadership are highly desirable.

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $120,100 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

Short term disability and long term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

11 paid holidays

Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Financial planning and group legal

Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - M3

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