Accountabilities:

Build, establish, and lead the procurement department, developing procurement policies, processes, governance frameworks, and organizational structures while recruiting, coaching, and developing a high-performing team.
Develop and execute multi-year strategic sourcing plans for critical data center equipment, construction services, and specialized trade packages, aligning purchasing milestones with development, engineering, design, construction, commissioning, and project turnover schedules.
Oversee the procurement of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure, including generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, busways, chillers, air handling units, and cooling distribution equipment.
Work closely with engineering teams to evaluate technical proposals, validate equipment specifications, and ensure purchased equipment meets project requirements, including voltage, amperage, power ratings, and capacity.
Lead contractor selection processes and major commercial negotiations, evaluating different contracting structures such as lump-sum, guaranteed maximum price, cost-plus, and design-build agreements in collaboration with Construction and Legal teams.
Define and implement direct-purchase versus contractor-supplied equipment strategies, addressing logistics, storage, installation interfaces, warranties, delivery schedules, and accountability.
Manage commercial and contractual matters throughout the project lifecycle, including change orders, claims, cost and schedule impacts, disputes, and final project closeout.
Secure supplier capacity and optimize procurement costs through portfolio purchasing, equipment standardization, early supplier commitments, design-to-cost initiatives, prefabrication strategies, and long-term industry partnerships.
Establish supplier performance standards and contractual obligations covering delivery, service, quality, and safety requirements.
Monitor supplier performance through audits, site visits, business reviews, and ongoing performance assessments, ensuring compliance with contractual and operational expectations.
Maintain accurate procurement documentation, sourcing records, supplier information, and contract management systems.
Analyze procurement spending, market conditions, supply chain constraints, and project execution risks to identify opportunities for cost optimization and operational improvement.
Develop contingency plans, recommend procurement policy enhancements, and present business cases, strategic recommendations, and risk assessments to executive leadership.
Coordinate purchasing activities, invoice resolution, and procurement-related financial matters with Finance and project teams.
Collaborate across departments to ensure procurement activities support business objectives, project delivery requirements, and long-term infrastructure development.
Promote a professional, collaborative, and inclusive working environment based on accountability, sound judgment, effective communication, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Analytics, Finance, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Typically, at least 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain operations; candidates with a relevant master's degree may qualify with 8 or more years of experience.
Comprehensive hands-on experience across procurement planning, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, logistics, and fulfillment.
Professional experience in data centers, automotive, aerospace, electrical equipment, heavy equipment manufacturing, or other industries involving complex equipment relevant to critical infrastructure.
Strong understanding of electrical equipment specifications, including voltage, amperage, power ratings, and capacity, with the ability to interpret technical proposals and collaborate with engineering teams on equipment requirements.

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