Vice President, Procurement

Responsibilities

Lead OFCI (Owner Furnished, Contractor Installed) equipment sourcing and category strategy across the Related Digital data center development pipeline.

• Set OFCI category strategy across critical equipment, including generators, switchgear (MV/LV), transformers, UPS systems, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, AHUs, CDUs, BAS, pumps, motors, and compressors.
• Develop and manage strategic OEM relationships and master supply agreements, negotiating pricing, terms, and capacity commitments at the platform level.
• Drive standardization and pre-specification of equipment across the pipeline to secure factory capacity and simplify sourcing.
• Drive early equipment ordering decisions, often ahead of design completion, in coordination with Development, to protect energization and commissioning dates.
• Manage portfolio-wide supply chain risk, including manufacturing capacity constraints, market dynamics, and delivery commitments.
• Manage the commercial and vendor impact when project scope or equipment specifications change.
• Lead supplier business reviews to assess performance, quality, and risk, strengthening accountability and continuous improvement.
• Deliver measurable cost savings and total cost of ownership improvements across the OFCI equipment portfolio.
• Build out procurement processes, tools, and reporting to support the function as it scales alongside the pipeline.
• Partner closely with Design & Construction, Site Selection, and Development teams to align equipment specifications, delivery schedules, and project milestones.
• Represent procurement in cross-functional discussions on project budgets, schedules, and risk.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, including significant experience with mechanical, electrical, or power generation equipment categories.
• Proven track record negotiating and managing large-scale OEM and supplier relationships, including master supply agreements.
• Experience navigating long lead time equipment procurement in a capital-intensive, project-based environment; data center, power generation, energy, or large-scale construction/infrastructure experience preferred.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with the ability to structure and close complex agreements.
• Ability to manage supply chain risk and capacity constraints across multiple concurrent, large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with major OEMs and equipment manufacturers in the data center or power generation industry a plus.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience partnering with design, construction, and finance teams.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• Ability to travel to project sites across the portfolio.
• Willingness to be based in Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; or New York, NY.
• Other locations may be considered for candidates willing to travel.
• Strong preference for candidates based in the Central or Eastern U.S., including Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; or New York, NY.