Program Manager, Mechanical Commodity

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Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end sourcing strategies for mechanical commodities that align with the organization's technical requirements and business objectives.
  
• Lead the supplier selection and operational reviews.  Negotiate and manage master supply agreements, statements of work, and other critical commercial contracts to secure supply and manage costs.
  
• Drive supplier relationship management by conducting regular operational and business reviews with key partners to monitor performance, address issues, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  
• Methodically create and implement new processes centered around supply planning, risk mitigation, and procurement operations to optimize the supply chain, reduce cycle times, and ensure material availability.
  
• Manage the life cycle of products and components, work with suppliers to navigate changes, updates, and end-of-life transitions.
  

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience in program or project management.
• Experience in sourcing, including commercial negotiations and supplier management.
• Experience in working with mechanical commodities (e.g., cooling systems, generators, HVAC) in the data center industry.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in working with major OEMs of industrial-scale power generation or cooling systems.
• Understanding of supply chain fundamentals and operational performance metrics.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual contributor in a fluid, cross-functional environment.
• Excellent communication, and negotiation skills.