Valor Front ยท 2 days ago
Director of Procurement
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expValor Front is a specialized executive search firm focused on mission-critical infrastructure and data center talent acquisition. They are seeking a Director of Procurement to establish and lead the procurement function for a premier data center developer, responsible for architecting procurement strategy and building vendor relationships to support significant growth.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
John Binkley
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with growth objectives
Establish procurement policies, procedures, and best practices from the ground up
Build procurement systems and vendor evaluation frameworks
Drive cost optimization initiatives across equipment categories and project lifecycle
Create vendor performance metrics and management protocols
Establish strategic relationships with critical equipment manufacturers and suppliers
Manage long-lead equipment vendors: generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, cooling equipment
Negotiate master supply agreements, pricing structures, and commercial terms
Develop preferred vendor programs balancing quality, cost, delivery, and service
Cultivate alternative sources to mitigate supply chain risk
Oversee procurement of critical equipment requiring 12-24 month advance ordering
Develop equipment reservation and holding strategies to support speed-to-market
Coordinate with technical teams on equipment specifications and project requirements
Manage delivery schedules across multiple simultaneous projects
Mitigate supply chain disruptions through proactive planning
Prepare, review, and execute purchase orders for major equipment packages
Negotiate contracts, payment schedules, and delivery conditions
Track PO status and ensure on-time delivery coordination
Manage equipment logistics to construction sites across multiple states
Coordinate with accounting/finance on budgets, forecasts, and payment processing
Monitor equipment market trends, pricing, and availability
Track emerging technologies and alternative equipment solutions
Analyze supply chain dynamics and anticipate disruptions
Provide market intelligence to inform project planning decisions
Qualification
Required
7-12 years in procurement, supply chain, or vendor management
Proven track record managing high-value procurement for capital projects
Experience with long-lead equipment procurement and delivery coordination
Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost savings achievements
Understanding of data center equipment categories and specifications
Knowledge of electrical distribution equipment, backup power, and cooling systems
Familiarity with supply chain logistics and delivery coordination
Contract negotiation and purchase order management expertise
Experience with procurement systems, ERP platforms, or project management tools
Strategic Thinker - Develops long-term strategies while executing daily operations
Relationship Builder - Naturally develops strong vendor partnerships based on mutual value
Proactive & Self-Directed - Takes ownership and anticipates needs without supervision
Detail-Oriented - Manages complex specifications and schedules with precision
Strong Communicator - Interfaces effectively with technical teams, vendors, and leadership
Problem Solver - Navigates supply chain challenges and finds creative solutions
Adaptable - Comfortable building processes in lean, fast-paced environment
Preferred
Construction, infrastructure, or mission-critical facilities background
Data center or hyperscale facility experience highly valued
Benefits
Competitive package commensurate with experience
Company
Valor Front
Next-Gen Executive Search + Leadership Development.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase