Data Center Procurement Manager

Prologis • Atlanta, MI

2d • $109,000 - $162,000

About The Position

At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one—not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next. Prologis is seeking a Category Manager, Substation Equipment to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and commercial execution for high-voltage and medium-voltage substation equipment supporting large-scale data center development. This role is critical to enabling power availability, schedule certainty, and scalable growth across powered shell and turnkey data center programs. You will own the end-to-end substation equipment category, partnering closely with Power Procurement and Engineering, Development, and EPCs, to source long-lead electrical equipment in one of the most supply-constrained markets in infrastructure today. This role is ideal for a sourcing or category professional with deep experience in HV/MV electrical equipment, OEM-driven supply chains, and capital project delivery.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement within electrical infrastructure, power delivery, utilities, data centers, or energy projects.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing HV/MV substation equipment (transformers, switchgear, breakers, protection & controls).
• Strong understanding of OEM-driven supply chains, long-lead manufacturing cycles, and capital project procurement.
• Proven negotiation and contracting experience for complex, high-value equipment packages.
• Ability to operate effectively in cross-functional, technically complex environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel (analysis, modeling) and PowerPoint (executive communication).
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment and work across U.S. time zones.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Data center power delivery experience (powered shell, hyperscale, or large campus environments).
• Experience interfacing with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and utility-driven technical standards.
• Familiarity with EPC delivery models and substation commissioning workflows.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (technical background strongly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Category ownership – Substation & Grid-Interface Equipment
• Strategic sourcing & contracting
• Long-lead procurement & delivery execution
• Supplier relationship & performance management
• Cross-functional leadership

Benefits

• All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits.
• Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation.
• We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level