Procurement Manager | Data Center Supply Chain

Progressive; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Recruitment is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead PO execution for OFCI equipment on data center construction projects across California. You will turn sourcing decisions into purchase orders and drive them through delivery and closeout.

You will collaborate with suppliers, engineering, construction, sourcing, legal, finance and logistics to keep deliveries on schedule, manage amendments and improve processes for compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, construction management or a related field.
• Six or more years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or a related function with PO management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex orders for technical equipment involving multiple stakeholders and schedule‑critical deliveries.
• Working knowledge of ERP, procurement and financial systems, with the ability to validate technical, commercial and financial information.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills, with the ability to resolve issues and manage competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft, validate, issue and administer purchase orders for technical equipment, verifying specifications, quantities, pricing and delivery milestones.
• Coordinate reviews and approvals, ensuring orders comply with contracts and procurement controls.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and account setup so orders and invoices can be processed accurately.
• Manage order acknowledgments, amendments, change orders, invoice discrepancies and closeout documentation.
• Track milestones, documentation, shipment readiness and delivery dates with suppliers and logistics teams; escalate risks to schedules as needed.
• Maintain records across contracts, purchase orders, forecasts and invoices; report on approvals, commitments, changes and delivery status.
• Improve PO templates, workflows and controls to strengthen accuracy, compliance and audit readiness.

Skills

Purchase order management

ERP systems

Data center procurement

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, construction management or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Procurement Manager | Data Center Supply Chain

Preferred locations:

California, Arizona or Texas. Remote arrangements considered case by case.

Base salary:

$140,000-$170,000 annually

About the role

Lead purchase order execution for owner-furnished, contractor-installed (OFCI) equipment on data center construction projects. You'll turn approved sourcing decisions into accurate purchase orders and manage them through delivery and closeout. The role works closely with suppliers, engineering, construction, sourcing, legal, finance and logistics to keep equipment deliveries on schedule.

What you'll do

• Draft, validate, issue and administer purchase orders for technical equipment. Verify specifications, quantities, pricing, funding, commercial terms and delivery milestones before release.
• Coordinate reviews and approvals, resolve gaps between technical and commercial requirements, and ensure orders comply with contracts and procurement controls.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and account setup so orders and invoices can be processed accurately.
• Manage order acknowledgments, amendments, change orders, invoice discrepancies, payment issues and closeout documentation.
• Track manufacturing milestones, required documentation, shipment readiness and delivery dates with suppliers and logistics teams. Escalate risks that could affect construction schedules.
• Maintain accurate records across contracts, purchase orders, forecasts and invoices. Report on approvals, commitments, changes, delivery status and exceptions.
• Improve purchase order templates, workflows and controls to strengthen accuracy, compliance and audit readiness.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, construction management or a related field.
• Six or more years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or a related function, with experience in purchase order management, project controls or commercial administration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex orders for technical equipment involving multiple stakeholders and schedule‑critical deliveries.
• Working knowledge of ERP, procurement and financial systems, with the ability to validate technical, commercial and financial information.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills, with the ability to resolve issues and manage competing deadlines.

Preferred qualifications

• Procurement experience supporting data centers, mission‑critical infrastructure, construction or capital equipment projects.
• Familiarity with OFCI equipment and procurement for items with long lead times.
• Experience tracking supplier performance, deliveries and spend, and building procurement dashboards.
• Knowledge of contract terms, change management, procurement controls and audit requirements.

Working arrangements

The role involves coordination across time zones and visits to suppliers, factories, warehouses and active construction sites. Site safety and access requirements apply.

EOE Statement:

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.