Supplier Relations Leader – Cloud, Infrastructure, Data & AI Platforms
Core
Own strategic relationships with major cloud, infrastructure, data and AI platform suppliers to align with IKEA's technology priorities and drive commercial outcomes.
Role type
Senior strategic supplier relations leader (cloud & AI)
Builds
Strategic partnerships with hyperscalers and technology platform providers
Domain
Cloud computing, infrastructure, data platforms, and AI
Required skills
Strategic supplier relationship management, complex commercial negotiation, cloud economics understanding, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, executive governance, cost optimization, technology roadmap alignment
Preferred skills
Experience with Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Databricks, hyperscaler engagement, cloud transformation knowledge
Technologies
Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Databricks, cloud platforms, data platforms, AI platforms
Responsibilities
Own strategic relationships with major cloud, infrastructure, data and AI platform suppliers; Develop supplier strategies aligned with IKEA's 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; Challenge supplier pricing, consumption, licensing and commitment models; Connect supplier roadmaps with IKEA's cloud, infrastructure, data and AI strategies; Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, platform simplification and improved commercial governance; Build IKEA's internal knowledge and negotiation capability for major technology platforms; Identify and mitigate supplier, concentration, commercial, operational and technology risks; Manage escalations and support resilience and business continuity
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership
