Fleet Data Centers ยท 2 weeks ago
Director -- Global Electrical Category Management (GCM)
Mercer Island, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $225K/yr
7+ years expFleet Data Centers designs, builds, and operates mega-scale data center campuses, and they are seeking an experienced Equipment Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of electrical equipment for their projects. This role is responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle for key electrical systems and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Data CenterData Center AutomationIT Infrastructure
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies aligned with organizational objectives
Lead end-to-end RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) from initiation through supplier selection and award
Conduct industry analysis and supply base assessments to evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities
Manage supplier onboarding, qualification, and new product development processes
Drive supplier performance and relationship management (SPRM) initiatives
Assess and mitigate supply chain risks through strategic planning
Oversee category lifecycle management and transition strategies
Implement sustainability and social responsibility initiatives within the supply chain
Monitor and report on key performance metrics including cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement cycle times
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
7+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 3 years focused on electrical systems or mission critical infrastructure
Deep understanding of data center electrical systems and associated vendors (OEMs and integrators)
Experience working in fast-paced, large-scale infrastructure or data center projects
Proven track record in global procurement and supplier relationship management
Strong knowledge of supply chain management tools, data analytics, and BI tools
Excellent project management, contract management, change management and communication skills
Knowledge of sustainability and social responsibility in supply chain
Preferred
MBA, MS in Supply Chain or advanced degree in engineering or other quantitative disciplines
Certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or Six Sigma Black Belt
Proven track record in implementing process improvement initiatives and driving operational excellence
Benefits
100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K program
Standard paid holidays
Unlimited PTO
Company
Fleet Data Centers
Fleet Data Centers is a data infrastructure company that designs, constructs, and operates mega-scale data centers.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase