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Vantage Data Centers Colorado Springs, Colorado, US

About the Role

Vantage powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Procurement Department The Procurement team is responsible for securing the equipment Vantage’s data centers require to function. The team leads these efforts from conception through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, New Site Development, and Engineering along the way. Procurement also works closely with vendor partners to come up with a vertically integrated design, and we manage these partners to deliver the projects on schedule and budget. As a Technical Project Manager, Vantage is looking for a highly motivated, self-starter to be an integral part of a team that manages Owner Furnished Contractor Installed Equipment and corresponding supply chains. In this role, you will manage every aspect of the equipment procurement and delivery process from start to finish. Daily tasks include writing RFP’s, negotiating deals and contracts with vendors, reviewing/managing equipment submittals, delivery tracking, building maintaining complex project budgets, and evaluating data center equipment designs. As a regional lead, you will be required to manage numerous projects simultaneously. Regular teamwork and coordination will be required with our external supply chain partners and numerous internal teams such as Construction Cost & Finance, Accounting, Construction, Operations, and Legal Equipment Procurement and Management: Autonomously drive equipment submittals from inception to completion. Manage electrical single-line diagrams, mechanical riser diagrams, and product specifications for multiple projects. Competitively bid and procure various types of mechanical and electrical equipment, including but not limited to Medium Voltage Switchgear, Transformers, Chillers, Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHs), CRACs, Switchgear, PDUs, UPSs, Generators, and other electrical distribution gear Vendor and Supplier Management: Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain partners and internal stakeholders, communicating changes in product lead-times and costs. Support the negotiation of complex requests for equipment and services from suppliers and subcontractors. Project Coordination: Analyze project schedules to determine on-site equipment delivery dates and ensure timely delivery. Schedule and coordinate on-site start-up and commissioning support services from vendors. Budget and Financial Management: Maintain complex project budgets, ensuring all purchases are appropriately costed to a project. Support Finance and Accounting teams with invoicing issues, cash flow forecasts, and budget reconciliation. Manage and support equipment inventory planning efforts and forecasting. Coordinate the approval and release of necessary equipment according to the construction schedule. Support the negotiation of complex equipment and service requests, ensuring alignment with project goals and budget constraints. Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

3+ years of experience in a supply chain, procurement, or construction is required.· ~ Data Center or industrial equipment experience is strongly preferred.· ~ Strong organizational and project management skills.· Technical aptitude of mechanical and electrical systems. Knowledge of construction management processes. Strong business acumen and strong commercial background is required. Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques is required. Superb communication skills and the ability to comfortably present technical data to executive level leadership. Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase over time as the business evolves. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community. We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted.

Responsibilities

  • Manage equipment procurement and delivery from start to finish
  • Write RFPs and negotiate contracts with vendors
  • Track deliveries and manage project budgets

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in supply chain, procurement or construction
  • Data center or industrial equipment experience preferred
  • Strong project management and communication skills

Required Skills

procurement vendor management budgeting supply chain project management

Keywords

Technical Project Manager procurement data center vendor management RFP

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