Sr. Category Sourcing Manager, Data Center

Iron Mountain; Olympia (WA); Remote; USD 108,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation

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Job summary

Iron Mountain is seeking a Sr. Category Sourcing Manager – Data Center to lead end-to-end sourcing for critical data center equipment and projects. You will run competitive RFx events and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align category strategies with cost, risk, and project timelines.

You will drive supplier qualification, monitor savings metrics, and deliver data-driven reports to leadership. A strong background in data center procurement and stakeholder communication is essential,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement in data center or infrastructure environments.
• Proficient in developing SOPs, savings metrics, and data-driven reporting in ambiguous settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for cross-functional and executive stakeholder interactions.
• Direct data center or infrastructure service provider experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Sourcing & RFx events (RFPs/RFQs/RFIs) for data center construction and expansion projects.
• Develop and implement regional/global category strategies and process workflows to reduce cycle time.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Legal to align sourcing with budgets and timelines.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers; track cost savings and deliver data-driven leadership reporting.

Skills

Core Experience

Process & Analytics

Communication & Collaboration

Industry Experience

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Sr. Category Sourcing Manager – Data Center

Job Summary

Iron Mountain is seeking an experienced Sr. Category Sourcing Manager – Data Center to join our Data Center Supply Chain Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing mission‑critical data center equipment, leading end‑to‑end competitive sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs), and supporting large‑scale construction programs. You will partner closely with cross‑functional teams to develop regional and global category strategies that align with business objectives for cost savings, lead time reduction, quality, and risk mitigation.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

In this role, you will:

• Lead Strategic Sourcing & RFx Events: Plan, execute, and manage competitive sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs) supporting mission‑critical data center construction and expansion projects.
• Drive Category Strategy & Workflows: Develop, implement, and continuously improve regional and global category sourcing strategies while creating process workflows focused on cycle‑time reduction.
• Align Cross‑Functionally: Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Legal teams to align sourcing strategies with budget, continuity of supply, and project delivery timelines.
• Manage Supplier Qualification & Metrics: Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers to increase competition, track cost savings/avoidance metrics, and deliver data‑driven reporting to leadership.

What You’ll Bring (Skills & Qualifications)

The ideal candidate will have:

• Core Experience: At least 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, with proven experience managing complex RFx processes.
• Process & Analytical Expertise: Proficient in developing standard operating procedures, gathering savings metrics, and creating data‑driven reports in ambiguous work environments.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate across multi‑disciplinary teams and present to executive stakeholders.
• Industry Experience: Direct experience in a data center or infrastructure service provider environment is considered a strong plus.

What We Offer (Benefits)

• Compensation: Competitive compensation and total rewards packages aligned with your experience level.
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous paid time off, holiday schedules, and flexible work options to support work‑life balance.
• Health & Well‑being: Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
• Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, technical leadership, and professional career growth within Iron Mountain.

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Reasonably expected salary range: $107,500.00 - $143,300.00

Please note that an employee's starting salary may vary based on a variety of factors. Where State, Municipal, Provincial, Territorial or other legal minimum wages exceed the federal minimum wage, employees are entitled to the higher rate.

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Iron Mountain is a global leader in storage and information management services trusted by more than 225,000 organizations in 60 countries. We safeguard billions of our customers’ assets, including critical business information, highly sensitive data, and invaluable cultural and historic artifacts. Take a look at our history here.

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