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# Data Center Procurement Manager

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Big Data, Data Centers, Build Process
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/CCC485DA34274150945D9425FEC11769/job/

## About the Role

* Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and ambiguous situations while maintaining strong engagement with stakeholders and team members. Requirements * 7+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or strategic sourcing, with significant exposure to data center environments.

 * Demonstrated success supporting procurement for large-scale data center infrastructure, operations, or related technology categories.

 * Strong understanding of data center technologies, facility needs, and operational considerations.

 * Experience working at a senior manager or director level with the ability to influence decisions and drive strategy.

 * Proven ability to build processes and bring structure to environments that may not be fully defined.

 * Strong negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder partnership skills.

 * Ability to thrive in a high-energy setting that requires flexibility, sound judgment, and collaborative teamwork.

## Description

Description We are looking for an experienced Data Center Procurement Manager to lead sourcing strategy and procurement operations for critical infrastructure initiatives in California. This is a long-term contract opportunity suited for a senior-level candidate who can bring structure, direction, and momentum to a fast-paced environment while partnering closely with procurement leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings deep familiarity with data center ecosystems and can operate effectively in evolving processes while driving measurable business value.

Responsibilities:

 * Develop and refine procurement frameworks, sourcing models, and operational templates to support data center-related purchasing activities.

 * Lead strategic procurement efforts for data center infrastructure, equipment, and services, aligning decisions with business priorities and delivery timelines.

 * Collaborate directly with senior procurement leadership and maintain close coordination with external advisory partners to ensure effective execution.

 * Evaluate vendors, negotiate commercial terms, and manage supplier relationships across complex data center categories.

 * Create practical processes that improve consistency, transparency, and scalability within a rapidly changing work environment.

 * Provide senior-level guidance on procurement strategy by applying strong knowledge of data center operations, technologies, and facility requirements.

 * Work cross-functionally with internal teams to assess needs, define sourcing approaches, and support timely procurement outcomes.


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