Senior Procurement Programme Manager

Job Description

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a seasoned program leader to drive order execution excellence, reverse logistics, and supply optimization across our global hardware lifecycle. This role will oversee the development and execution of inventory and reuse initiatives that ensure OCI can meet current and future capacity needs. You will partner closely with Demand and Capacity Planning, Hardware Planning, Supply Chain Operations, and Delivery teams to align execution with business outlook and proactively de‑risk hardware blockers before they impact customers.

You are a creative, analytical problem‑solver who thrives in ambiguity, understands hardware supply chains end‑to‑end, and can translate data into clear actions. You will build and scale programs that improve speed, cost, and reliability while promoting sustainable reuse and circularity of cloud hardware.

• Lead order execution programs from purchase to deployment, ensuring on‑time, right‑first‑time delivery to OCI data centers.
• Design and run inventory optimization initiatives that reduce excess and obsolescence while safeguarding capacity for growth.
• Proactively identify and de‑risk hardware blockers (supplier, logistics, quality, regulatory, import / export, site readiness), quantify impact, and drive mitigation plans.
• Build cross‑functional operating mechanisms with Demand / Capacity Planning, Hardware Planning, Supply Chain Operations, and Delivery to align plans, priorities, and SLAs.
• Develop innovative, scalable solutions to unique operational challenges across our global network.
• Automate and streamline processes and data flows; improve forecasting, allocation, and material visibility from PO through rack‑level deployment.
• Establish and maintain KPIs / OKRs for order cycle time, reuse rate, redeployment lead time, excess reduction, and cost‑to‑serve; publish executive‑ready dashboards and readouts.
• Manage program execution end‑to‑end, including roadmaps, resource planning, risks, and dependencies; drive continuous improvement using Lean / Agile methods.
• Prepare and deliver clear recommendations to senior leadership; influence decisions with data‑driven insights and scenario modeling.

• 3‑5+ years of experience in supply chain, hardware operations, reverse logistics, inventory management, or related program management in cloud, hardware, or high‑tech environments.
• Proven track record leading cross‑functional programs that improved order execution, inventory turns, and hardware reuse or value recovery at scale.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; proficiency with Excel / Sheets and data visualization (e.g., Tableau / Looker / Power BI). SQL experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify risks, quantify business impact, and implement mitigation plans.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive presentations.

• Experience with data center hardware lifecycle (servers, storage, networking) and component‑level reuse / disposition strategies.
• Familiarity with demand and capacity planning, S&OP / IBP, and supply / delivery orchestration.
• Working knowledge of ERP / MRP and logistics systems;
  Oracle Cloud, E‑Business Suite, or similar tools a plus.
• Background in process automation and / or building operational dashboards.
• Lean Six Sigma / continuous improvement experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or related field; advanced degree a plus.

• Measurable reduction in excess and obsolescence; increased reuse / redeployment rates.
• Improved order execution cycle time and predictability to data center need dates.
• Early detection and mitigation of hardware blockers with reduced customer impact.
• Clear, trusted operating rhythm with partner teams and transparent KPI reporting.
• Scalable, automated processes that enhance speed, quality, and cost efficiency.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, are intensely customer‑focused, and enjoy building innovative solutions that elevate operational performance, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future…