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Procurement Lead @Network Wireless Solutions
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Salary usd 75,000 - 88..
Remote Location
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USA Only
Job Type full-time
Posted 2mths ago

[Hiring] Procurement Lead @Network Wireless Solutions

2mths ago - Network Wireless Solutions is hiring a remote Procurement Lead. πŸ’Έ Salary: usd 75,000 - 88,500 per year πŸ“Location: USA

Role Description

The Procurement Lead - Data Center is responsible for end-to-end sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for all data center-related goods and services. This role ensures cost-effective procurement, optimized supplier performance, and on-time delivery of mission-critical infrastructure, including:

  • Servers
  • Networking gear
  • Power and cooling equipment
  • Construction services
  • Facility operations materials

The position partners closely with Data Center Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Legal to support capacity expansion and operational continuity.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in data centers or high-tech infrastructure.
  • Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor management skills.
  • Experience with data center hardware, facilities equipment, construction sourcing, or critical infrastructure.
  • Proficiency with procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Oracle).
  • Preferred: Experience in hyperscale cloud, colocation, or large-scale mission-critical environments.
  • Knowledge of power, cooling, electrical, and mechanical systems.
  • Certifications: CPSM, PMP, CSCP, or equivalent.

Requirements

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for data center infrastructure, equipment, and services.
  • Forecast material and service demand based on capacity planning and construction roadmaps.
  • Conduct market analysis to understand supply trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors capable of supporting high-volume, high-availability data center environments.
  • Manage supplier performance through KPIs, quarterly business reviews, and SLA compliance.
  • Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and pricing to optimize cost and mitigate risk.
  • Oversee purchase order lifecycle from requisition to delivery.
  • Ensure materials and services meet technical specifications and compliance requirements.
  • Manage logistics, lead times, and inventory levels for critical infrastructure.
  • Partner with Construction, Facilities, IT, Engineering, and Operations to align procurement with project timelines.
  • Collaborate with Finance on budgeting, cost tracking, and spend optimization.
  • Work with Legal on contract development, risk mitigation, and vendor agreements.
  • Evaluate supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies, including alternative vendor options.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, data center standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor global supply chain disruptions impacting data center equipment and materials.

Benefits

  • Cost Savings: Achieve annual cost reduction targets.
  • Cost Avoidance: Document and deliver 100% in avoided spend.
  • Budget Adherence: Maintain ≀ 95% variance vs. forecasted spend.
  • On Time Delivery: β‰₯ 95% of equipment/materials delivered by required dates.
  • Supplier Quality: β‰₯ 90% compliance with specifications and SLAs.
  • Supplier Risk: Maintain active mitigation plans for all critical suppliers.
  • PO Cycle Time: Complete requisition-to-approval within 3 days.
  • Sourcing Cycle Time: Conclude RFI/RFP processes within 30 days.
  • Lead Time Optimization: Reduce lead times for critical infrastructure by 10%.
  • Project Support: 100% of data center builds and expansions receive materials by milestone deadlines.
  • Stakeholder Satisfaction: Achieve β‰₯ 9/10 rating from Engineering, Construction, Facilities & Ops.
  • Forecast Accuracy: Provide procurement inputs enabling β‰₯ 85% demand accuracy.
  • Policy Compliance: 100% adherence to procurement and audit requirements.
  • Contract Management: 0% lapse in contract renewals for strategic suppliers.
  • SLA Compliance: β‰₯ 95% vendor adherence to service-level commitments.
  • Inventory Accuracy: Maintain β‰₯ 98% accuracy for critical spares.
  • Stock-Out Prevention: 0 stock-outs for mission-critical components.
  • Logistics Efficiency: Reduce freight/logistics cost by 10% YoY.
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