Procurement Manager @ Vantage Data Centers
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About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of leading hyperscalers, cloud providers, and large enterprises by delivering innovative, reliable, efficient, and sustainable data center solutions across North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific.
Procurement Department Overview
The Procurement team secures essential equipment for data centers from project conception through commissioning. They collaborate with internal teams such as Sales, Operations, Engineering, and external vendor partners to manage equipment procurement, ensuring cost-effective and timely project delivery.
Position Overview
The Procurement Manager role is a remote position based in the US. You will manage the equipment procurement and supply chain process from start to finish including writing RFPs, negotiating contracts, reviewing submissions, tracking deliveries, maintaining complex budgets, and evaluating data center equipment designs.
Key Responsibilities
- Equipment Procurement: Drive equipment submittals, manage technical diagrams, and procure mechanical/electrical equipment.
- Vendor Management: Serve as liaison with vendors, negotiate pricing, and manage supplier relationships.
- Project Coordination: Analyze schedules, coordinate on-site delivery and commissioning, and ensure transparency.
- Budget Management: Maintain project budgets, support invoicing, forecasting and inventory planning.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with engineering, sales, finance, operations, and legal teams.
- Negotiation & Contracts: Write RFPs and negotiate complex deals to secure best terms.
- Leadership: Manage a team of 3-5 direct reports, coaching future leaders.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or similar preferred.
- 5+ years in supply chain, procurement, or construction; data center experience a plus.
- Strong organizational, project management, technical, and commercial skills.
- Excellent communication with ability to present technical data to executives.
- Willingness to travel up to 5% (potential to increase).
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $120,000-$130,000 base plus bonus. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life & AD&D, disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, and participation in a 401k program with company match.
Work Environment
At Vantage Data Centers, you will work within a supportive, team-oriented culture that values mutual respect and professional growth.
Key skills/competency
Procurement, Supply Chain, Vendor Management, Project Coordination, Budgeting, Contract Negotiation, Data Centers, Construction, Technical Aptitude, Leadership
How to Get Hired at Vantage Data Centers
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Tailor to procurement and supply chain skills.
- Highlight negotiation expertise: Emphasize contract and vendor management experience.
- Research Vantage Data Centers: Understand their data center innovations and culture.
- Prepare for project questions: Be ready with real examples of budget and schedule management.