Platform Procurement Manager - $4B Data Center Build

Manager, Platform Procurement

Manager, Platform Procurement

Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite – 5 days a week)

Compensation: $130k – $150k

Project: Confidential $4B Greenfield Data Center

Build 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 matching

80 hours vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and paid holidays (including one floating holiday)

Advancement opportunities across national-scale infrastructure programs