Remote Director, Global Cooling Category Strategy

Vantage Data Centers LLC; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers LLC is seeking a Director of Advanced Cooling Category Management to lead the global strategy for cooling infrastructure across multiple regions. This senior role coordinates with Engineering, Product, Construction, and Operations to optimize cost, quality, and reliability, while expanding the use of advanced cooling technologies.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical or supply chain background with 5+ years in category management or sourcing for HVAC and capital equipment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience in category management or sourcing within mechanical systems, HVAC, or capital equipment.
• Strong negotiation, cost modeling, and supplier management capabilities.
• Experience with capital equipment procurement, contracting, and lifecycle cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute global category strategy for air and liquid cooling infrastructure.
• Map global supply base by technology and region; establish preferred supplier frameworks.
• Lead sourcing and negotiations for mechanical equipment and spares; manage service agreements.
• Develop contracting strategies including pricing frameworks and warranties.
• Drive total cost of ownership improvements across energy efficiency and lifecycle performance.

Skills

Category management

Sourcing

Negotiation

Cost modeling

Supplier management

Cross-functional

Capital equipment

Lifecycle costing

HVAC

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Vantage Data Centers LLC is seeking a Director of Advanced Cooling Category Management to lead the global strategy for cooling infrastructure across multiple regions. This senior role coordinates with Engineering, Product, Construction, and Operations to optimize cost, quality, and reliability, while expanding the use of advanced cooling technologies.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical or supply chain background with 5+ years in category management or sourcing for HVAC and capital equipment,