Qube Research & Technologies

Senior Technology Buyer

Hong Kong SAR China · Work style not stated

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EmployerQube Research & Technologies
LocationHong Kong SAR China
Work styleWork style not stated
Employer posted3 months ago

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology and trading expertise has shaped QRT’s collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.
QRT has been going through an exciting period of growth. We have created a Procurement team that is located in London and Hong Kong and we’ve been laying the foundations for a high-performance and trusted procurement function.

QRT are seeking a proactive APAC Senior Technology Buyer to join our team in Hong Kong. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing technology suppliers providing products across office and datacenter colocations. This role focuses on delivery performance, cost optimisation and resilience of critical technology solutions, while ensuring alignment with business, IT, and network strategies.

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The ideal candidate needs to be able to work with QRT colleagues, supporting them in sourcing what they need in a timely and professional manner. You will be working hard to implement best practice procurement processes. The right candidate will be someone who is prepared to roll up their sleeves and get the work done.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

APAC Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Lead end-to-end APAC sourcing initiatives, including supplier negotiations, and contract awards.
Demonstrate in-depth experience executing sourcing strategies for all Technology categories, including Hardware, Software, Services and Telecommunications.
Have experience with sourcing and delivery of Technology DataCenter Hardware in multiple APAC countries, including India.
Optimise supply chains and delivery lead times improving speed to market.
Track market trends and availability to inform Technology and procurement decisions.
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities: RFIs/RFPs, supplier evaluation, commercial modelling, and contract award.

Supplier & Contract Management

Manage relationships with key suppliers (e.g., Hardware OEM’s).
Negotiate complex contracts, including pricing structures, SLAs, service credits, and termination clauses.
Oversee contract lifecycle management, including renewals, benchmarking, and renegotiations.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.
Manage third-party risk, including data privacy, cybersecurity, and operational resilience considerations.
Support vendor due diligence and risk assessment processes.

Operational Excellence

Drive process improvements and standardisation across procurement activities.
Leverage procurement tools and analytics to enhance decision-making and reporting.
Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and SLAs.

Your present skillset

You will have excellent knowledge of Technology procurement, with 2 to 7 years’ experience in a medium or Large sized, fast paced and agile business, ideally within the financial services space.

Strong experience in procurement within Technology categories.
Proven track record in hardware supply negotiation and supply chain.
Ability to work with technical stakeholders and understand infrastructure requirements.
Experience working in APAC multi-country or global environments.
Bachelor’s or higher degree.
Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are advantageous.
Experience working in a global or matrixed organisation.
Cost savings and value delivery against targets
Supplier performance and risk management outcomes
Stakeholder satisfaction and engagement

QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.

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