Sr DC Capex Procurement Manager - Energy infrastructure, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end category strategies for natural gas infrastructure procurement—including gas molecules, pipeline systems, power generation equipment (prime and back-up), and associated balance-of-plant scope for data centers
• Lead complex, multi-stakeholder negotiations for long-term supply agreements, EPC contracts, and O&M service arrangements across OEMs, turnkey service providers, and EPC contractors
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships; develop performance mechanisms, scorecards, and accountability frameworks to ensure delivery commitments are met
• Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking to identify cost reduction opportunities, supply risks, and emerging technologies within the natural gas value chain
• Drive large-scale supply chain and procurement process improvements, establishing programmatic frameworks to scale operations and deliver measurable outcomes
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, legal, finance, and operations teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives and customer timelines
• Manage multiple competing priorities while consistently delivering on-time results within committed timeframes

Required Qualifications

• Natural Gas Industry Experience
• Natural Gas Trading & Market Dynamics – Demonstrated experience in natural gas trading operations, pricing mechanisms, market fundamentals, and commodity risk management
• Pipeline Infrastructure & EPC – Deep knowledge of pipeline engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) scopes, including commercial frameworks, contract structures, and negotiation of large-scale infrastructure agreements
• Operations & Maintenance (O&M) – Familiarity with O&M contracting models, performance guarantees, and lifecycle cost management for gas infrastructure assets
• Upstream & Value Chain Expertise – Understanding of natural gas extraction, production, processing, gathering, and transportation processes across the full value chain
• Long Lead Equipment Procurement – Proven experience sourcing and managing suppliers for capital-intensive equipment such as gas turbines, natural gas reciprocating engines/generators, and associated balance-of-plant systems
• Supplier Management – Track record of managing complex supplier portfolios including OEMs, turnkey service providers, and refurbishers/resellers