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About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Procurement Department

The Procurement team is responsible for the management of delivering data centers from conception through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, Development, and Engineering along the way. Construction also works closely with partner contractors to come up with a vertically integrated design and manages these partners to deliver the projects on schedule and budget. Many times, a role like this at other companies is purely oversight. One thing that distinguishes Vantage is that our technical staff is given the responsibility and authority to directly drive the process. When compared to external resources, our internal team can align long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high-impact decisions and even more impactful results.

Position Overview

This role can be based in any of our US or EMEA locations in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible).

Vantage Data Centers is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Category Manager, Electrical to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be a key player in the growth and management of our OFCI (Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed) equipment program, with a particular focus on electrical equipment. In this role, you will be a stand-alone contributor and act as the primary point of contact for OFCI electrical equipment—both current scope and future additions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, construction, and electrical design, with the ability to manage and optimize equipment packages for large-scale data center projects. You will play a critical role in driving cost reductions, working closely with various teams to evaluate, select, and improve the electrical equipment for our data centers.

Essential Job Functions

OFCI Electrical Equipment Management : Act as the primary point of contact for all OFCI electrical equipment, including current equipment and future additions (CFCI). Lead the growth and management of Vantage’s electrical OFCI program, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.

Vendor Relationship Management : Hold weekly cadence meetings with OFCI electrical vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals, schedules, and costs.

Collaboration with Engineering Teams : Work closely with Vantage’s Engineering team to evaluate electrical OFCI additions to the inventory program. Provide input on design and selection of equipment to optimize performance and costs.

Cost Optimization : Identify opportunities to reduce costs related to electrical equipment while maintaining the required performance standards. Participate in the Value Engineering (VE) process to optimize electrical selections through the ADAPT process.

Program Support and Growth : Support the ongoing growth and expansion of the OFCI equipment program, ensuring that electrical equipment packages align with Vantage’s broader growth strategy and project timelines.

Documentation & Reporting : Apply Procore, Adobe, and other tools to track and report on equipment selections, procurement status, and project updates. Ensure that all documentation related to electrical equipment is accurate and up-to-date.

Additional Duties as assigned by Management

Job Requirements

3-4 years of experience in a combination of procurement, construction, and electrical design within the data center, construction, or infrastructure sectors.

Experience managing equipment packages in large-scale projects, preferably in the electrical space.

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams (e.g., Engineering, Construction) and external vendors.

Strong understanding of procurement and value engineering principles.

Demonstrated ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Proficiency with Procore, Adobe, PDF tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Requirements

Experience working with OFCI or CFCI equipment programs.

Familiarity with data center construction processes and equipment specifications.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving requirements.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

Salary Range : $115,000- $125,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.