Procurement Category Manager

Job Title: Procurement Category Manager
Job Description
The Procurement Category Manager oversees the purchasing and coordination of machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and services required for the successful operation of data center construction and commissioning activities. This role focuses on ensuring the right commissioning equipment is in the right place at the right time, with accurate tracking, reporting, and stakeholder coordination, so that data center construction can be turned over to operations on schedule.
Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, and other relevant factors, and optimize the supplier base when appropriate.
• Approve purchases of high-quality merchandise at the lowest possible cost while ensuring correct quantities and timely delivery.
• Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services needed for data center construction and commissioning.
• Instruct staff on resolving issues related to undelivered or delayed goods and ensure that corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Guide staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation, and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other external partners.
• Confer with internal staff, end users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine appropriate corrective measures.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and identify the need for changes or improvements.
• Coordinate procurement activities to ensure commissioning equipment is available at the correct locations and times to support uninterrupted data center commissioning.
• Maintain accurate tracking and reporting of equipment, materials, and related procurement activities to support transparency and timely decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with construction and operations stakeholders to support end-of-construction milestones and on-time turnover of data center facilities to operations.

Essential Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation, reporting, and contract administration.
• Proven negotiation skills and interpersonal abilities to build effective relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals, and other technical data to support sound purchasing decisions.
• Ability to accurately document and record customer and client information related to procurement and contract performance.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing and contract management.
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles and best practices.
• Previous experience using computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation, analysis, and reporting.
• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field.
• 10+ years of finance-related experience, including procurement, coordination, tracking, and construction program coordination.
• Experience in analytics and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience with fleet management and coordination of equipment logistics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in construction or data center environments is highly beneficial.
• Background in program coordination, particularly involving multiple stakeholders and complex timelines.
• Familiarity with tools such as Bluebeam and Primavera P6 (P6) is advantageous, especially for candidates with prior P6 experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to implement corrective actions when issues arise with suppliers or equipment availability.

Work Environment
This is a remote role with an expected schedule of approximately 40 hours per week.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $67.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2026.
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