Platform Procurement Manager - $4B Data Center Build

iRecruit.co; Conesville (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% of employee & family health insurance premiums paid

401(k) with generous employer matching

80 hours vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and paid holidays

Job summary

A recognized construction management firm is seeking a Manager of Platform Procurement for a major data center project in Columbus, OH. This role involves overseeing supply chain strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring effective procurement operations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and over 2 years of relevant experience in procurement or project management. The position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, construction, or project management (data center experience strongly preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple procurement workflows simultaneously and independently.
• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end supply chain for owner-furnished equipment.
• Work directly with vendor partners to align delivery schedules.
• Track open orders and shipments across the platform procurement pipeline.
• Analyze pricing trends affecting cost forecasting.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Interpersonal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Manager, Platform Procurement
Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite – 5 days a week)
Compensation: $130k – $150k
Project: Confidential $4B Greenfield Data Center

Build Your Future on a Project That Defines the Industry.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a nationally recognized construction management firm — known for delivering some of the most complex and mission‑critical data center projects in the U.S. As part of their expansion on a $4B greenfield data center build in Columbus, OH, they are hiring a Manager, Platform Procurement to drive owner‑furnished equipment strategy, vendor execution, and procurement operations across the project.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the supply chain and procurement strategy behind one of the largest and most advanced data center infrastructure programs in North America.

About the Role

As the Manager of Platform Procurement, you’ll work at the intersection of supply chain strategy, vendor relationships, and high‑volume equipment delivery. This role will own the day‑to‑day execution of procurement operations while contributing to the long‑term evolution of the team’s purchasing models and systems. You’ll partner closely with vendors, construction, and finance to ensure programmatic alignment across purchasing, budget tracking, forecasting, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end supply chain for owner‑furnished equipment
• Work directly with vendor partners to align delivery schedules with project milestones
• Interface with suppliers and executives to negotiate terms, maintain relationships, and resolve issues
• Track open orders and shipments across the platform procurement pipeline
• Collaborate with finance and construction teams to create purchase orders, process change orders, and manage purchasing budgets
• Analyze pricing trends and market factors that affect cost forecasting and procurement planning
• Lead the onboarding process for new vendor partners
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize NDAs, Master Supply Agreements, and other contract documents
• Support the development of scalable procurement models and systems
• Prepare ad‑hoc financial and strategic reporting for internal stakeholders and senior leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 2+ years of experience in procurement, construction, or project management (data center experience strongly preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort with analytical modeling
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple procurement workflows simultaneously and independently
• Self‑starter with excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Strong initiative, problem‑solving capabilities, and business acumen

Benefits

• 50% of employee & family health insurance premiums paid
• 50% of employee dental coverage paid
• 100% employer‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance (up to $50,000)
• 401(k) with generous employer matching
• 80 hours vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and paid holidays (including one floating holiday)
• Advancement opportunities across national‑scale infrastructure programs