Soluna

Procurement

• Own procurement strategy for generators, UPS systems, switchgear, transformers, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, and PDUs across multi-site build-out schedules
• Manage 12–24+ month lead times by securing production slots early and sequencing orders against construction milestones
• Collaborate with mechanical/electrical engineers, general contractors, and EPC firms to align equipment with design specifications
• Manage strategic relationships with MEP OEMs, including capacity reservations and volume agreements
• Coordinate factory witness testing, field commissioning, and startup support with vendors
• Model equipment spend against site capacity plans, tracking cost per MW and escalation trends
• Build contingency strategies for switchgear and transformer shortages through multi-vendor qualification and strategic inventory buffers
• Align equipment specifications with utility interconnection requirements, local code compliance, and permitting timelines
• Prioritize equipment supporting renewable integration, efficient PUE, and emissions reduction
• Negotiate extended warranties, spare parts inventories, and long-term service agreements for critical equipment

VP, Procurement