Vice President, Equipment Procurement and Supply Chain

Fleet Data Centers; Colorado; On-site; USD 280,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Fleet Data Centers is seeking a Vice President of Equipment Procurement and Supply Chain to lead procurement operations and optimize equipment sourcing. This senior leadership role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure operational efficiency and product quality while managing supplier relationships. The candidate will require extensive experience in procurement management, with a focus on driving cost reductions and strategic sourcing.

Benefits

100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K program

Unlimited PTO

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, 5 years in leadership.
• Experience with sourcing contracts over $500M annually.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement operations, optimizing equipment sourcing and supply chain efficiency.
• Lead a high-performing procurement team, fostering excellence and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Ability

Problem-Solving Skills

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Management

Emotional Intelligence

Influence and Persuasion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Advanced degree (MBA or MS in Supply Chain) preferred

Job description

Vice President, Equipment Procurement and Supply Chain

Fleet Data Centers are a team of digital infrastructure experts dedicated to accelerating responsible data center growth by creating master-planned data center parks with access to pre-positioned power and fiber in key markets where hyperscale and wholesale demand is going. Fleet Datacenters development team builds engineers and construct data centers at these parks, providing customers with the one-stop shop for timely top class data center infrastructure to power their business growth.

Our approach is collaborative with cities and counties to ensure development is targeted for the optimal locations to maximize the revenue and economic development benefits for the community while being good stewards of the land and minimizing the impact on neighbors. Fleet Datacenters is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with real estate holdings throughout the United States.

Position Overview:

The Vice President, Equipment Procurement and Supply Chain is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing equipment procurement and supply chain operations of the organization. This role reports directly to the EVP Supply Chain and CFO and owns the strategic sourcing of all mechanical and electrical equipment required for delivery of data centers, continuous improvement of on-time delivery and quality performance, management of supplier relationships, and continuous improvement of the supply chain to support the company’s growth objectives. This individual collaborates with key stakeholders across various departments, including Design and Engineering, Construction, logistics, legal and finance, to drive operational efficiency, cost reductions, and risk mitigation while ensuring product quality and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability.
• Promote continuous professional development, ensuring the team stays current with industry trends, tools, and best practices.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy to support the company’s objectives, driving cost reductions, supplier performance, and quality improvement.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting processes to ensure favorable terms, minimize risk, and foster long-term partnerships.
• Analyze market trends, identify risks, and assess opportunities to optimize sourcing strategies.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost, quality, delivery, and innovation.
• Drive continuous cost-reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier development, and process improvements.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions, supplier dependencies and environmental factors.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international laws and regulations, including environmental standards, labor practices, and trade regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or MS in Supply Chain) preferred.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Led Procurement organization at scale ($500M+ of contract negotiations annually).
• Deep experience with sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management within the data center equipment industry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Proven track record of driving cost reductions and operational efficiencies in a complex environment.
• Experience managing data center infrastructure supply chains in global or multi-national organizations.

Required Traits and Skills:

• Integrity and Ethical Standards: Build trust, ensure fairness, and foster long-term, transparent relationships with suppliers
• Effective Communication: The ability to clearly convey expectations and requirements to suppliers and negotiation parties, while understanding their needs and concerns. Comfortable delivering written and verbal presentations to internal leadership teams.
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to understand the emotions, cultural nuances, and motivations of others, while effectively managing one's own emotions during high-pressure negotiations.
• Strategic Thinking: Recognize how supplier relationships and negotiations align with the broader organizational goals, while aiming for outcomes that benefit both parties.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Finding innovative solutions and being flexible in addressing unexpected challenges
• Analytical Ability: Make data-driven decisions, assess cost structures and identify potential risks, ensuring informed and strategic outcomes.
• Influence and Persuasion: Able to effectively advocate for their position, build consensus, and secure favorable agreements without compromising relationships.
• Operational Paranoia: Anticipate potential risks, identify vulnerabilities in supply chains, and proactively implement measures to avoid disruptions and safeguard business continuity.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships, while building a broad network that provides valuable benchmarking, industry insights, and alternative sourcing options.
• Leadership and Team Management: Inspire and guide teams to achieve their objectives while enhancing performance, effectively managing disputes and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Fleet Data Centers offers a competitive compensation package including full benefits and the opportunity to be part of a category-defining company from the ground up.

o Base $280,000-$350,000

o Bonus

Location

Seattle, WA with consideration for applicants in Denver, CO or Alexandria, VA

Fleet Data Centers Employment

Fleet Data Center employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization's ongoing needs.

Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at [e-mail].