Senior Director, Procurement

Title: Senior Director, Procurement Location: Texas (Dallas Preferred) Our client, a global owner/operator and developer of hyperscale data centers, is seeking a Senior Director, Procurement to help lead procurement strategy across a growing portfolio of mission-critical construction projects. This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who understands data center construction, can build scalable procurement processes, and is comfortable operating both strategically and in the details. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute procurement strategies for General Contractors, OFCI equipment, and major data center construction packages Lead sourcing, RFP/RFQ processes, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract development Build and maintain strategic relationships with General Contractors, OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and other key suppliers Develop procurement processes, governance, workflows, and standards to support continued growth Partner closely with Construction, Engineering, Operations, Commercial, Finance, and Legal Ensure procurement activities are aligned with project schedules, CAPEX budgets, and Ready for Service dates Manage supplier performance through KPIs, SLAs, business reviews, and ongoing performance management Identify and mitigate supply-chain risks including long-lead equipment, supplier capacity, cost escalation, and schedule constraints Support development of a scalable and resilient supplier network across multiple markets Lead, coach, and develop members of the procurement team Ideal Background Significant procurement experience within data centers, mission-critical construction, or large-scale infrastructure Strong understanding of construction procurement and General Contractor relationships Experience sourcing and managing OFCI and long-lead equipment Proven ability to build procurement processes and infrastructure rather than simply operate within an established function Strong contract negotiation, strategic sourcing, and supplier-management experience Comfortable getting into the details of scopes, bids, contracts, supplier issues, and project requirements Previous General Contractor experience is highly desirable Experience within a hyperscale environment is a plus Strong executive presence and cross-functional leadership skills #J-18808-Ljbffr MRINetwork