Senior Procurement Specialist at Verda

Taipei, , Taiwan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Negotiation, Cost Optimization, Financial Acumen, Contract Administration, Vendor Management, Logistics Management, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, CapEx Management, Commercial Terms, Performance Monitoring, Savings Opportunities, Specification Optimization

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Imagine a future where everyone has instant, low-cost access to intelligence. We’re building a fully featured European AI cloud with everything one needs to train, experiment with, and deploy AI models. In addition, our GPUs run on 100% renewable energy. We’re ambitious, curious, and gutsy doers. We practice a low hierarchy across the company and high morale in our teams. We’ve already achieved a lot, yet we’re only getting started. Now it’s your chance to join the ride. We offer more than just the job - we offer a career-defining opportunity to be part of building something big! As a cherry on top, we’ve recently raised $64M in Series A and are ready to reach new heights. How the process looks like Contact information: About the role Senior Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in the execution and optimization of procurement activities for Data Center (DC) and Hardware (HW) investments. This role is responsible for managing and following up annual CapEx, executing vendor agreements, supporting and leading major negotiations, and delivering measurable cost optimization outcomes. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the role bridges procurement strategy and operational execution, ensuring commercial discipline, supply continuity, and value realization across the procurement lifecycle. What's next Apply sooner than later. This job ad will be removed when we’ve found the right person. Please submit your application through our Careers page. We don’t accept applications sent by mail. For more information, you can reach out to a Talent Acquisition Partner, Marina at marina (at) datacrunch.io. Why Verda Cash + equity compensation along with various fringe benefits (e.g., healthcare, lunch, wellbeing, etc.). Profitable operations, in addition to fast growth. Role that offers plenty of space to make a business-critical impact. Small yet mighty team challenging the status quo to positively impact the lives of many people. 29 nationalities in total, with 5 different ones in the management team. Application deadline: Practicalities Location: Taiwan (remote). Level of expertise: Senior Employment type: Full-time and permanent. Your responsibilities CapEx Management & Financial Discipline Manage and track annual DC & HW CapEx expenditure across assigned categories Ensure purchase orders, contracts, and invoices align with approved budgets Support forecasting, accruals, and variance analysis in coordination with finance Vendor, Logistics & Agreement Management Manage operational relationships with OEMs, vendors, and logistics partners Administer supplier agreements, SLAs, and commercial terms Coordinate lead times, delivery schedules, and cross-border logistics where required Negotiation & Commercial Execution Lead or support negotiations for major procurement packages Execute pricing, commercial terms, and volume-based agreements Ensure negotiated savings are fully captured, tracked, and reported Cost optimisation & Value Delivery Deliver contribution toward annual cost optimization targets Identify savings opportunities through: Supplier consolidation Specification optimization Commercial term improvements Monitor supplier performance and cost drivers continuously Your key competencies Education & Credentials Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or Finance Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent) preferred Procurement Experience 6–10+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles Proven experience managing CapEx-driven procurement Hands-on experience in DC, IT hardware, infrastructure, or mission-critical environments Commercial & Technical Skills Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost-saving outcomes Solid understanding of contract administration and commercial terms Familiarity with long lead-time equipment and complex supply chains Personal Attributes High level of ownership and accountability Strong analytical and financial acumen Ability to operate independently in fast-paced environments Effective communicator across technical, financial, and operational teams Success criteria for this role in the next 6-12 months

Responsibilities

The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing and optimizing procurement activities for Data Center and Hardware investments, including CapEx management and vendor negotiations. This role ensures commercial discipline and value realization across the procurement lifecycle.