Procurement Manager Job at T5 Data Centers (Atlanta)

Job Description

The Procurement Manager (MEP) is responsible for developing, implementing, and refining Electrical equipment and services category and sourcing strategies in support of the enterprise. The Strategic Sourcing Manager (Electrical / Mechanical) will play a critical role in ensuring that each business segment achieves their objectives by applying a relentless focus on total cost of ownership with respect to the Electrical and/or Mechanical category, and by implementing effective and dynamic supplier management strategies as market conditions evolve.

Job Responsibility

Utilize data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure system and equipment subject matter expertise to engage and partner with Development, Construction, and Facilities Management stakeholders to develop and optimize sourcing strategies
Work with Development, Construction, and Operations teams to develop a demand plan for Electrical and/or Mechanical equipment and services
Stay abreast of market trends for each sub-category, utilizing market and supplier intelligence to develop supply risk mitigation strategies
Utilize appropriate tools, including Kraljic matrices, to establish sourcing and supplier management strategies for each critical Electrical sub-category
Develop and maintain an approved supplier list (ASL) for each strategic Electrical and Mechanical sub-category
Support site and project team procurement efforts by managing the RFQ and RFI processes for relevant goods or services
Support mechanical and/or electrical equipment procurement efforts by soliciting, de-scoping, and leveling vendor proposals
Lead the procurement activities for mechanical and/or electrical equipment, from initial sourcing and tendering to purchase order execution
Work closely with stakeholders, design partners, and vendors to define technical requirements, timelines, and budget constraints
Utilize established supplier relationships to negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms and ensure all vendors meet or exceed quality, regulatory, and performance standards
Provide stakeholders with proposed vendor recommendations per equipment package with leveled pricing and scope details
Create vendor purchase orders, obtain approvals, and issue vendor Purchase Orders
Manage PO Process from creation through execution by all parties
Conduct handoff meetings with Strategic Sourcing Managers after full execution of each vendor Purchase Order
Support Logistics Project Manager’s from SSM handoff upon vendor PO execution through project completion as required
Escalate any concerns that may have a detrimental impact on a project to the attention of the Logistics Director
Develop and implement tools and metrics to evaluate and monitor key category supplier performance
Assist in tactical procurement escalations, reconciliations, and reporting, as required
Establish strategic relationships with key category suppliers
Promote continuous value improvement for each sub-category, maintaining a tenacious focus on total cost of ownership
Travel as required (~25%) to maintain internal stakeholder and key supplier relationships
Maintain appropriate sourcing and supplier management records, by project and by vendor, and prepare reports for vendor performance reviews and internal strategic sourcing meetings

Requirements

3+ years of Procurement and/or Strategic Sourcing or Category Management experience in support of data center construction with an emphasis on Electrical and/or Mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Supply Chain Management (preferred)
Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheets and Windows
Strong proficiency in Procore
Handle confidential information in a sensitive and professional manner
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines while working independently
Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization
Exceptional organizational, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to approach problems both logically and creatively
A drive to exceed expectations and be part of a dynamic, growing organization
An energetic self-starter with a “can-do / whatever it takes” attitude who can perform under pressure, work successfully on tight deadlines, and identify and resolve problems as they arise

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