Procurement Manager
About the role
IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN's platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC. The Procurement Manager will lead procurement activities for a new data center site, with an initial focus on supporting capital construction and infrastructure projects. This role will play a critical part in delivering large-scale mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure packages on schedule and within budget. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of progressive procurement experience, including capital project sourcing within the construction or Data Center industry
- Experience supporting large infrastructure, industrial, energy, or data center projects
- Demonstrated success leading complex negotiations and contract management
- Experience building or leading procurement teams
- Strong understanding of commercial terms, contract structures, and risk mitigation
- Experience working within ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Strong financial and commercial acumen
- Experience in data center, mission-critical, energy, or high-availability environments
- Experience supporting greenfield site builds or major expansions
- Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure supply markets
Responsibilities
Capital Project Support
- Manage procurement activities for mechanical, electrical, structural, and critical equipment packages
- Run RFQs/RFPs, evaluate proposals, and support vendor selection
- Negotiate pricing and commercial terms
- Track long-lead items and ensure on-time delivery
- Partner closely with Engineering, Construction, Legal, and Finance
Supplier & Contract Management
- Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships
- Support onboarding and performance tracking
- Assist with contract review and compliance
- Monitor vendor performance against KPIs
Operational Procurement
- Support site operations with purchasing and service contracts
- Monitor spend and identify cost efficiencies
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting
- Ensure accurate PO and system management (SAP preferred)
Benefits
Health & Wellness
- 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High Deductible Health Plan
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Retirement & Financial Wealth
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Access to financial planning and legal services
Time Off & Leave Programs
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Growth & Development
- Internal skills training and advancement pathways
- Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training
Community & Culture
- Company events and team-building activities
We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you're passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!