Supplier Relations Leader – Cloud, Infrastructure, Data & AI Platforms

Delft3 days ago

In English

About the job

Inter IKEA Group is looking for a Supplier Relations Leader to manage strategic relationships with major cloud, infrastructure, data and AI platform suppliers. In this role, you will develop supplier strategies, lead executive governance and drive long-term value creation.

What you will do

Own strategic relationships with major cloud, infrastructure, data and AI platform suppliers
Develop supplier strategies aligned with technology and business priorities
Lead executive governance, strategic reviews and joint business planning
Drive supplier performance, development, innovation and long-term value creation
Support complex commercial negotiations, renewals and strategic agreements
Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, platform simplification and improved commercial governance

What you bring

Strong experience in supplier relationship management, sourcing, procurement or technology commercial management
Experience managing hyperscalers, cloud providers, infrastructure suppliers, data platforms or comparable strategic technology partners
Understanding of cloud economics, infrastructure and platform ecosystems
Knowledge of cloud consumption, enterprise commitments, licensing and commercial models
Experience supporting complex technology negotiations, renewals or strategic agreements
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills

Nice to have

Experience working directly with suppliers such as Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Databricks or comparable global technology-platform providers

About Inter IKEA Group

Inter IKEA Group is the global franchisee of the IKEA brand, responsible for the development and operation of IKEA retail and supply chain.

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