Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Location: Vineland, New Jersey
Work Setting: On-Site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $80,000 – $100,000 annually

About DataOne

DataOne designs, develops, and operates sustainable AI Factories, bringing together energy, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence at industrial scale. With operations in the U.S. and internationally, we deliver large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for people who want to bring their experience, ideas, and perspective to meaningful projects and help shape what comes next at DataOne.

About the Job

DataOne is hiring a Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for our Vineland data center. This position supports construction, critical infrastructure, facility operations, and site services.

You’ll work closely with Construction, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Legal to manage purchasing activities, negotiate supplier agreements, control costs, and support project schedules and ongoing operations.

What You’ll Do

• Manage procurement activities, including sourcing, competitive bidding, supplier selection, negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery tracking.
• Purchase construction materials, critical electrical and mechanical equipment, subcontracted services, and operational supplies.
• Work with Construction, Engineering, and Operations to identify purchasing needs, technical requirements, and equipment lead times.
• Prepare and evaluate RFQs, RFPs, supplier proposals, bid comparisons, and commercial recommendations.
• Negotiate supplier pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and contractual conditions.
• Manage supplier relationships, onboarding, credit accounts, performance, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor purchasing budgets, committed spending, equipment deliveries, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, purchasing trackers, and supplier documentation.
• Coordinate with Finance and Legal on payment issues, contract changes, supplier disputes, and purchasing approvals.
• Identify supply chain risks and resolve procurement issues that could affect construction schedules or facility operations.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, construction procurement, or a related field.
• Experience supporting purchasing activities in construction, industrial, infrastructure, or other complex project environments.
• Strong knowledge of competitive bidding, supplier negotiations, purchase orders, and contract administration.
• Ability to review technical specifications, construction drawings, scopes of work, and supplier proposals.
• Experience managing suppliers, purchasing budgets, delivery schedules, and procurement documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP or procurement management systems.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

We recognize that experience and skills can come from different paths. Relevant professional, hands‑on, educational, military, trade, and industry experience may all provide the skills and knowledge needed to succeed at DataOne.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting procurement for data centers, critical infrastructure, or large-scale construction projects.
• Experience purchasing Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) equipment and construction packages.
• Knowledge of U.S. construction suppliers, subcontractors, and equipment manufacturers.
• Experience managing long‑lead equipment and complex delivery schedules.
• Professional procurement or supply chain certification, such as CPSM, CPM, CIPS, or equivalent.

What to Expect

• Full‑time, on‑site position at DataOne's Vineland facility.
• Work in an active data center construction and operating environment, including occasional site walkthroughs.
• Occasional domestic or international travel and schedule flexibility based on project needs.
• Adherence to site safety requirements, including applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Physical Requirements

Primarily office‑based work involving prolonged sitting and computer use, with occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, and accessing construction or operational areas. Site visits may involve noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
• PTO
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
• Company equity opportunity for eligible positions

Equal Opportunity Employer

DataOne provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

DataOne prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and is committed to providing a workplace where employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity.