Own US category strategy for substation and grid-interconnection equipment.
Develop and maintain multi-year category strategies aligned to Prologis’ data center growth pipeline.
Analyze supplier capacity, manufacturing constraints, lead times, regional availability, and geopolitical risk to inform sourcing decisions.
Lead RFXs for substation equipment packages; conduct bid leveling, commercial analysis, and negotiations.
Own procurement execution for substation equipment across projects including manufacturing slot allocation, submittal cycle governance, and logistics planning.
Build strategic partnerships with key OEMs and fabricators; lead supplier performance management through KPIs, scorecards, and QBRs.
Serve as the commercial counterpart to substation and power engineering teams, aligning technical requirements with sourcing strategies.
Provide executive-ready reporting on category risk, supply constraints, and procurement status.

7+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement within electrical infrastructure, power delivery, utilities, data centers, or energy projects.
Demonstrated experience sourcing HV/MV substation equipment (transformers, switchgear, breakers, protection & controls).
Strong understanding of OEM-driven supply chains, long-lead manufacturing cycles, and capital project procurement.
Proven negotiation and contracting experience for complex, high-value equipment packages.
Ability to operate effectively in cross-functional, technically complex environments.
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in Excel (analysis, modeling) and PowerPoint (executive communication).
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment and work across U.S. time zones.
Willingness to travel as needed.

Data Center Procurement Manager

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