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Related Digital · 18 hours ago

Vice President, Procurement (Data Centers)

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Related Digital is a leading vertically integrated data center development and investment platform. The Vice President of Procurement will serve as the primary procurement lead for owner-furnished equipment across multiple data center projects, managing relationships with vendors and ensuring alignment with project requirements.

Real Estate

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary procurement lead for all owner-furnished equipment across multiple data center projects, ensuring alignment with design, schedule, and performance requirements

Directly manage relationships with OEMs, distributors, and specialty vendors of mission-critical infrastructure such as switchgear, UPS systems, CRACs, PDUs, chillers, generators, and high-voltage equipment

Drive the competitive sourcing process for OFCI packages: issue RFIs and RFPs, manage vendor Q&A, evaluate responses, and present clear recommendations for award to internal stakeholders

Collaborate with design, development, and construction teams to align OFCI procurement schedules with fast-track project timelines and construction sequencing

Work with internal teams to define technical and performance specifications for OFCI packages; coordinate with engineers to ensure documentation supports accurate vendor scoping

Develop detailed bid and leveling packages for OFCI equipment, with an emphasis on total cost, lead times, warranty terms, logistics, and commissioning support

Monitor production timelines, shipping milestones, and on-site delivery logistics in coordination with construction managers and trade contractors

Lead scope review meetings and commercial negotiations with vendors; ensure contracts support project needs related to lead time, reliability, and uptime expectations

Track and report OFCI procurement status across multiple projects, including commitments, remaining exposure, change orders, and cost impacts

Stay current on supply chain trends in power and cooling equipment, identifying risks to schedule or pricing and proposing mitigation strategies

Support project teams in resolving equipment-related disputes, delivery delays, or commissioning challenges; act as point of escalation for vendor performance issues

Coordinate closeout documentation and warranty onboarding for all OFCI assets, ensuring a smooth transition to operations teams and facilities management

Qualification

OFCI procurementVendor negotiationEquipment sourcingProcurement strategyStakeholder managementProcurement schedulesTechnical specificationsReal estate developmentConstruction managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAdaptabilityDetail-oriented

Required

Minimum of 15 years of experience in real estate development, procurement, or construction management, with at least 5 years leading OFCI procurement for data centers or similar mission-critical infrastructure

Demonstrated expertise in vendor negotiation, equipment sourcing, and procurement strategy for electrical and mechanical infrastructure in hyperscale or colocation environments

Deep understanding of long-lead mission-critical components, including their role in commissioning and integration

Strong ability to read and interpret complex design documents, technical specifications, procurement schedules, and vendor proposals

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including coordination with internal teams, OEMs, and contractors

Experience developing and managing procurement schedules, tracking tools, and reporting frameworks for multi-phase data center builds

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or a related field

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment