Category Lead Procurement

ironmountain; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Mountain is seeking an experienced Category Lead - Procurement to join our Data Center Procurement team in India. You will direct strategic category management for critical infrastructure, lead a high-performing sourcing team, and optimize total cost of ownership to support data center construction and operations.

You will partner with engineering, project management, and senior stakeholders to secure long-lead capital equipment and ensure on-time delivery within governance standards and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive strategic sourcing and procurement experience.
• At least 3 years of direct people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of critical facility equipment and service categories.
• Proven ability in executive-level commercial negotiations and TCO analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead Category Strategy and Sourcing Execution for critical infrastructure and HVAC/MEP packages.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Operations to align procurement with roadmaps.
• Ensure governance, risk mitigation, ESG and supplier diversity across the supply chain.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Category management

People management

Contract negotiations

Total cost of ownership

Supplier performance management

ESG & supplier diversity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, or related discipline

Job description

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That's why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you're looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.

We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.

Are you curious about being part of our growth story while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation.

Job Summary

Iron Mountain is seeking an experienced Category Lead - Procurement to join our Data Center Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for directing strategic category management, leading a high-performing sourcing team, and securing mission-critical infrastructure to support data center construction and operational continuity. You will partner closely with engineering, project management, and executive stakeholders to optimize total cost of ownership and protect project delivery timelines across our growing data center footprint.

What You'll Do

• Lead Category Strategy and Sourcing Execution: Direct the development and execution of comprehensive category strategies for critical infrastructure-including power distribution, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) packages-to optimize total cost of ownership, mitigate supply constraints, and achieve annual savings targets.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Stakeholders: Partner closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Operations teams to align procurement milestones with project delivery roadmaps and proactively secure long-lead capital equipment.
• Ensure Governance and Commercial Risk Mitigation: Direct high-value contract negotiations, enforce procurement governance and delegated authority standards, and advance environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and supplier diversity initiatives across the supply chain.

What You'll Bring

• 10+ years of progressive strategic sourcing and procurement experience within data centers, critical infrastructure, or engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) environments, including at least 3 years of direct people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of critical facility equipment and service categories, such as switchgear, generators, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), and facility maintenance contracts.
• Proven ability in executive-level commercial negotiations, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, supplier performance management, and dispute resolution for high-risk contracts.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related disciplineJ

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