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Key Accountabilities:
- Ownership of Data Center electrical equipment procurement for sites with North America.
- Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Project Management, and Finance to align procurement with design, budget, and site needs.
- Escalate supplier performance issues to Procurement and Development leadership as required.
Responsibilities:
- Develop category strategies, identify new suppliers, and manage RFPs/RFQs for major electrical components.
- Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, terms, and agreements (MSAs) to achieve cost savings and favorable conditions.
- Build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance, conduct business reviews, and manage supplier risk.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 7+ years of procurement experience, minimum 3 years’ data center electrical equipment experience required.
- In-depth knowledge of data center electrical systems: High Voltage (Substations), Medium Voltage, and Low Voltage.
- Strong procurement, sourcing, and negotiation skills.
Serverfarm
Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers with over 750+ locations. They are revolutionizing how data centers operate across North America, Western Europe, and Israel, serving the world's leading technology and hyperscale companies.