Senior Procurement Manager - Design and Consultancy Services, NA

Vantage Data Centers; United States; Remote; USD 155,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategies for Design and Consultancy Services. This remote role focuses on developing effective procurement processes to support the rapid growth of data center operations across North America. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and negotiation skills, with a deep understanding of procurement processes in commercial construction. Join a company that values diversity and innovation, and contribute to projects that are reshaping the technology landscape. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401k Program with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Short and Long-term Disability Coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in procurement roles, ideally in commercial construction.
• Experience with design consultants in MEP and architectural fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for North American Design and Consultancy services.
• Develop procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Negotiation Skills

Financial Analysis

Analytical Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Market Dynamics Understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

MBA or similar post graduate qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procure-To-Pay tools

Job description

Senior Procurement Manager - Design and Consultancy Services, NA

Apply locations Remote - US time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R17344

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Overview

This is a remote role based in the USA (preference of CO, TX, VA). #LI-Remote

The Senior Procurement Manager of Design and Consultancy Services’ main role is to support the North American business by developing and deploying strategies to design, build and operate data centers to meet client and Vantage requirements. The Sr. Procurement Manager will be responsible for a total spend portfolio of roughly $200m (which is rapidly growing), and primarily includes MEP Design, Commissioning, Project Mgt services. As the Sr. Procurement Manager, you will be accountable for supporting the roll-out of new processes and tools to enable scaling of the business and may include CLM, TPRM, P2P, & Source-to-Contract.

This role will lead all aspects of Design and Consultancy Services for North America procurement and be the key POC to enable regional and corporate metrics and increase the agility needed to support business growth. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong leadership skills, critical thinking, superior negotiation abilities, excellent financial acumen, and exceptional communication skills.

Essential Job Functions

Procurement Strategy & Leadership:

• Oversee and lead the procurement process for North American Design and Consultancy services.
• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies that align with Vantage’s objectives regionally across a spend scope that includes Design/Consultancy Services (MEP Engineering, Architectural (limited), Commissioning and Project Management.
• Construction Market Intelligence: Monitoring and reporting of engineering and construction trends within our space.
• Collaborate with regional engineering and construction teams to establish short- and long-term procurement needs.

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key suppliers, ensuring they meet Vantage’s standards for cost, quality, and delivery.
• Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions for Vantage.
• Assess risks related to vendors, developing strategies to mitigate potential issues and ensure consistent delivery.

Operational Efficiency:

• Leading supplier on-boarding and ongoing compliance.
• Ensure efficient and effective purchasing processes and systems are in place, driving optimal performance while understanding and implementing key technologies to improve efficiencies.
• Monitor changes in industry trends and evolving market opportunities, implementing necessary changes to procurement strategies.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting:

• Develop and monitor procurement metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Regularly report procurement status and performance to the senior executive team, providing insights and recommendations for strategic decisions.

Compliance & Ethics:

• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies, promoting ethical practices in all activities.
• Lead initiatives to foster a culture of integrity and compliance within the procurement team and across the organization.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a related field. MBA or similar post graduate qualification or equivalent experience is highly preferred.

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in Procurement roles, preferably in a leadership role in procurement within the commercial construction/developer space.
• Experience with design consultants in areas of: architectural, commissioning, mechanical, engineering and plumbing (MEP).
• Proven experience in risk management and change management.

Skills:

• Deep understanding of market dynamics and procurement processes.
• Superior leadership skills, with a track record of leading teams effectively.
• Outstanding negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and a strategic thinker.
• Highly proficient in financial analysis and budgeting.
• Sound knowledge of industry-related procurement practices and policies.
• Problem-solving mentality, able to effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of strategic sourcing processes as it applies to commercial construction.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), proficiency in Procure-To-Pay tools, Supplier performance and score carding experience preferred.
• Travel required is expected to be up to 15% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $155,000 - $170,000 base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations).
• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. #LI-AP2

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.