Strategic TPM – Global Data Center Supply Chain & Procurement

Google LLC; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 192,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead complex procurement and supply chain initiatives for the global data center portfolio from planning to execution. You will work with developers, EPCs, general contractors, and vendors to optimize demand signals and timelines.

The role focuses on multi-year procurement strategies, contract frameworks, and CapEx efficiency within the Global Infrastructure and Energy organization, with competitive pay and equity components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical, engineering, or supply chain field or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management with focus on demand planning and long-range forecasting.
• 5 years of experience in data center hardware category management, including agreements and supplier development.
• 5 years of experience managing Long Lead Equipment (LLE) requirements and integrating them into project schedules with third-party developers or external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with third-party developers to quantify Long Lead Equipment (LLE) demand and maintain a rolling forecast, integrating project schedules into firm demand signals for capacity planning.
• Partner with Equipment Supply Chain (ESC) and category management teams to formulate LLE strategies and assess internal capacity against demand signals.
• Identify potential supply constraints or overlaps between self-performed and third-party projects, communicating risks to GCM teams and stakeholders.
• Lead workstreams with category managers and legal teams to drive outcomes, track progress against forecasts, and ensure efficient delivery of customer solutions.

Skills

Procurement experience

Demand planning & forecasting

Data center hardware management

Long Lead Equipment (LLE) management

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply chain risk management

Vendor negotiations

Project scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/engineering or supply chain

MBA or Master's degree in technical, supply chain, or engineering

Tools

Lean Six-Sigma certification

Job description

Google LLC is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead complex procurement and supply chain initiatives for the global data center portfolio from planning to execution. You will work with developers, EPCs, general contractors, and vendors to optimize demand signals and timelines.

The role focuses on multi-year procurement strategies, contract frameworks, and CapEx efficiency within the Global Infrastructure and Energy organization, with competitive pay and equity components.