Manager, Platform Procurement Manager, Platform Procurement
Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite – 5 days a week)
Compensation:
$130k – $150kProject: Confidential $4B Greenfield Data CenterBuild Your Future on a Project That Defines the Industry. We're recruiting on behalf of a nationally recognized construction management firm — known for delivering some of the most complex and mission-critical data center projects in the U.S. As part of their expansion on a $4B greenfield data center build in Columbus, OH, they are hiring a Manager, Platform Procurement to drive owner-furnished equipment strategy, vendor execution, and procurement operations across the project. This is a rare opportunity to shape the supply chain and procurement strategy behind one of the largest and most advanced data center infrastructure programs in North America.
About the Role:
As the Manager of Platform Procurement, you'll work at the intersection of supply chain strategy, vendor relationships, and high-volume equipment delivery. This role will own the day-to-day execution of procurement operations while contributing to the long-term evolution of the team's purchasing models and systems. You'll partner closely with vendors, construction, and finance to ensure programmatic alignment across purchasing, budget tracking, forecasting, and performance.
Key Responsibilities:- Manage the end-to-end supply chain for owner-furnished equipment
- Work directly with vendor partners to align delivery schedules with project milestones
- Interface with suppliers and executives to negotiate terms, maintain relationships, and resolve issues
- Track open orders and shipments across the platform procurement pipeline
- Collaborate with finance and construction teams to create purchase orders, process change orders, and manage purchasing budgets
- Analyze pricing trends and market factors that affect cost forecasting and procurement planning
- Lead the onboarding process for new vendor partners
- Draft, negotiate, and finalize NDAs, Master Supply Agreements, and other contract documents
- Support the development of scalable procurement models and systems
- Prepare ad-hoc financial and strategic reporting for internal stakeholders and senior leadership
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree required 2+ years of experience in procurement, construction, or project management (data center experience strongly preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort with analytical modeling
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple procurement workflows simultaneously and independently
- Self-starter with excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Strong initiative, problem-solving capabilities, and business acumen
Benefits:
50% of employee & family health insurance premiums paid 50% of employee dental coverage paid 100% employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance (up to $50,000)401(k) with generous employer matching80 hours vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and paid holidays (including one floating holiday) Advancement opportunities across national-scale infrastructure programs
