Senior Procurement Manager – Data Center Capital Equipment, Facilities

LightEdge Solutions

. Develop and execute sourcing strategies for data center capital equipment, including generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, and related mechanical and electrical infrastructure .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeDes Moines • Iowa • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement for data center capital equipment, with a strong focus on negotiation, supplier management, and lifecycle cost analysis. Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies while managing competing priorities in complex industrial environments.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier NegotiationCategory ManagementData Center DevelopmentContract Management

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSourcing StrategiesTotal Cost of Ownership AnalysisEquipment Purchase AgreementsMaintenance ContractsConstruction Statements of WorkLifecycle Cost UnderstandingFacilities Maintenance ProgramsProject SchedulingCommercial Risk Assessment

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder ManagementIndependent OperationCompeting Priorities Management

Tools & Technologies

CoupaServiceNowContract Management PlatformsConstruction Project Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Procurement CertificationSupply Chain CertificationProject Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Data CenterElectrical EquipmentMechanical EquipmentFacilities ServicesMission-Critical EnvironmentsOwner-Furnished EquipmentConstruction Change OrdersPreventive MaintenanceService-Level AgreementsContractor Sourcing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for data center capital equipment, including generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, and related mechanical and electrical infrastructure
Translate approved requirements, budgets, and delivery schedules into sourcing plans and supplier commitments with technical and project teams
Lead RFIs, RFPs, competitive bid evaluations, supplier negotiations, and award recommendations
Evaluate total cost of ownership, including acquisition, freight, storage, installation support, commissioning, maintenance, warranties, and spare parts
Negotiate pricing, payment milestones, delivery commitments, escalation provisions, warranties, cancellation and change rights, and other commercial protections with Legal
Support owner-furnished equipment purchasing and define supplier, contractor, and LightEdge responsibilities
Track supplier commitments and manufacturing milestones; identify and escalate supply constraints, delivery risks, and commercial issues
Support commercial review of construction proposals, statements of work, and change orders
Develop supplier relationships, purchasing agreements, and demand aggregation and equipment standardization opportunities
Manage sourcing and commercial negotiations for preventive maintenance, equipment support, repairs, inspections, and facilities service renewals
Source facilities-related professional services, contractors, facility upgrades, small construction projects, and fit-outs
Partner with Facilities to develop scopes of work, deliverables, service levels, pricing structures, and acceptance criteria
Monitor contract expirations, renewal notice requirements, service coverage, and supplier performance
Establish category plans, sourcing calendars, contract templates, and supplier performance measures
Follow and improve purchasing, approval, vendor onboarding, and contracting processes
Maintain sourcing, contract, savings, and supplier records in designated procurement systems
Report on sourcing activity, financial results, supplier risks, and upcoming commitments
Coordinate purchasing decisions with business owners while Engineering, Development, and Facilities retain technical approvals and project execution
Report to the Director of Strategic Procurement as a hands-on, single contributor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Seven or more years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or related commercial roles
Demonstrated experience sourcing major electrical or mechanical equipment and construction or facilities services for mission-critical or complex industrial environments
Working knowledge of critical power, cooling, and facility infrastructure
Experience negotiating equipment purchase agreements, maintenance contracts, professional services agreements, and construction statements of work
Understanding of long-lead equipment procurement, supplier capacity, project schedules, lifecycle costs, and commercial risk
Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and operate independently
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience
Direct experience supporting data center development, expansion, or critical facility operations preferred
Experience with owner-furnished equipment and coordination among owners, manufacturers, contractors, and commissioning teams preferred
Experience with facilities maintenance programs, service-level agreements, contractor sourcing, and construction change orders preferred
Familiarity with Coupa, ServiceNow, contract management platforms, and construction project systems preferred
Relevant procurement, supply chain, or project management certification preferred
Ability to travel as needed to LightEdge facilities, project sites, and supplier locations; estimated at 20%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to travel as needed to LightEdge facilities, project sites, and supplier locations; estimated at 20%