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Procurement Manager, NA

Procurement Manager, NA

Vantage Data CentersDenver, CO, United States
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Procurement Department

The Procurement team is responsible for securing the equipment Vantage's data centers require to function. The team leads these efforts from conception through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, New Site Development, and Engineering along the way. Procurement also works closely with vendor partners to come up with a vertically integrated design, and we manage these partners to deliver the projects on schedule and budget. Vantage is unique in that our technical staff is given the responsibility and authority to directly drive the process. Our internal team can align long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high- impact decisions and even more impactful results.

Position Overview

This role can be based remotely in the US.

In a Procurement Manager, Vantage is looking for a highly motivated, self-starter to be an integral part of a team that manages Owner Furnished Contractor Installed Equipment and corresponding supply chains. In this role, you will project manage every aspect of the equipment procurement and delivery process from start to finish. Daily tasks include writing RFP's, negotiating deals and contracts with vendors, reviewing / managing equipment submittals, delivery tracking, building maintaining complex project budgets, and evaluating data center equipment designs.

As a regional manager, you will be required to manage numerous projects simultaneously. Regular teamwork and coordination will be required with our external supply chain partners and numerous internal teams such as Construction Cost & Finance, Accounting, Construction, Operations, and Legal.

Essential Job Functions

Equipment Procurement and Management :

Autonomously drive equipment submittals from inception to completion.

Manage electrical single-line diagrams, mechanical riser diagrams, and product specifications for multiple projects.

Competitively bid and procure various types of mechanical and electrical equipment, including but not limited to Medium Voltage Switchgear, Transformers, Chillers, Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHs), CRACs, Switchgear, PDUs, UPSs, Generators, and other electrical distribution gear.

Vendor and Supplier Management :

Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain partners and internal stakeholders, communicating changes in product lead-times and costs.

Maintain and develop supplier relationships, negotiating the best-landed price with primary and secondary vendors as applicable.

Support the negotiation of complex requests for equipment and services from suppliers and subcontractors.

Project Coordination :

Analyze project schedules to determine on-site equipment delivery dates and ensure timely delivery.

Schedule and coordinate on-site start-up and commissioning support services from vendors.

Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure transparency of specifications and operational requirements.

Budget and Financial Management :

Maintain complex project budgets, ensuring all purchases are appropriately costed to a project.

Support Finance and Accounting teams with invoicing issues, cash flow forecasts, and budget reconciliation.

Manage and support equipment inventory planning efforts and forecasting.

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

Work closely with engineering and sales teams to address client requests and design changes.

Coordinate the approval and release of necessary equipment according to the construction schedule.

Drive project-level tasks and milestones assigned by the project management team.

Negotiation and Contracts :

Write RFPs and negotiate deals and contracts with vendors to secure the best terms and conditions.

Support the negotiation of complex equipment and service requests, ensuring alignment with project goals and budget constraints.

Leadership Responsibilities :

Manage a team of at least 3-5 direct reports

Develop, coach and mentor future leaders within the department.

Own the responsibility to drive corporate and departmental goals to completion.

Assist in developing the department's road-map to be able to scale with the company's growth and expansion.

Additional Duties :

Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education :

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or something similar, is preferred.

Experience :

5+ years of experience in a supply chain, procurement, or construction is required.

Data Center or industrial equipment experience is strongly preferred.

Experience with construction and supplier contracts.

Skills :

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Technical aptitude of mechanical and electrical systems

Knowledge of construction management processes

Aptitude to learn quickly and drive things to closure autonomously is required.

Strong business acumen and strong commercial background is required.

Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques is required.

Superb communication skills and the ability to comfortably present technical data to executive level leadership

Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

Salary Range : $120,000-$130,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!

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