SVP, Chief Procurement Officer

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Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

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A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

Equinix's SVP, Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) is responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services essential for data center operations. The CPO will lead a global team of 140+ responsible for all Procurement activities and effective supply chain for Equinix, which includes categories for all aspects of Operations, Corporate and Technology. This role involves driving procurement governance standards, implementing best practices and procurement systems, and aligning the procurement function with the organization's strategic goals.

The CPO plays a pivotal role in enabling the Equinix's Build Bolder strategy and growth aspirations and, in addition to ensuring the right products are at the right place at the right time to drive revenue, this role is also responsible for future‑proofing the organization by building a flexible, scalable structure that can adapt to market shifts and business growth.

The CPO will serve as a key advisor to the executive team on organizational design, supply trends and innovation, market dynamics, and ensuring the function is aligned with the company's long‑term goals.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the company's objectives, focusing on cost reduction, working capital and cash optimization (e.g., payment terms, inventory optimization, consignment strategies), quality improvement, risk mitigation and optimal operationalization
• Drive Equinix sustainability and ESG objectives
• Establish and drive standardized procurement processes and automation across the org to enhance scalability
• Oversee major category management strategies (incl. corporate services) to optimize spend, improve supplier performance, and ensure alignment with business priorities
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
• Serve as a thought leader on procurement innovation, market trends, and emerging risks

• Lead and develop a high‑performing procurement team with agility and ability to deliver on the Build Bolder strategy, fostering a culture of accountability, capability building, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with other functions, including operations, finance, and legal, to support organizational goals and initiatives
• Implement procurement processes and systems to streamline operations, improve transparency
• Ensure timely delivery of commodities and services critical to the company's capital development projects
• Implement best practice procurement systems e.g., MRP to enable real‑time analytics and data insights to optimize supplier relationships, reduce waste, and improve overall procurement value

• Future‑proof the organization by building a flexible, scalable structure that can adapt to market shifts and business growth
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitics, to ensure business continuity and resilience
• Develop and implement contingency plans to address supply chain disruptions, shortages, and market volatility
• Monitor global market dynamics and regulatory changes to anticipate and address potential risks

• Achieve cost reduction and value creation objectives
• Ensure procurement contributes to financial performance by optimizing spend and managing budgets effectively
• Track and…