Director of Procurement - Sabey Data Centers

Another Source • Burien, WA

2d • $128,283 - $192,425 • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a newly created, high-impact leadership role at Sabey Data Centers. The Director of Procurement will shape sourcing strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and build a more modern, data-driven procurement function in a mission-critical environment. This strategic, enterprise-level position will support operations across all Sabey campuses and offers real influence and visibility. The role involves leading and governing the purchasing and procurement functions, driving sourcing strategy, supplier performance, contract governance, cost optimization, inventory and logistics, and supply chain continuity. Reporting to the Vice President, Business Operations, this leader will partner closely with Construction, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and executive leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing procurement teams
• Experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives and large-scale contract negotiations
• Experience working in complex operational environments such as data centers, real estate, construction, or critical facilities
• ERP experience required
• Strong executive leadership capability, with the ability to set direction, influence senior stakeholders, and drive organizational alignment
• Strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to translate growth objectives into effective procurement strategy
• Strong financial acumen, including cost modeling, budget integration, and total cost analysis
• Enterprise risk management mindset with the ability to mitigate supply chain and contractual risk
• Proven ability to build and develop high-performing teams and future leaders
• Excellent executive-level communication skills and high professional integrity
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Aptitude and willingness to learn and utilize AI tools and technology

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred
• Yardi experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide sourcing and purchasing strategy aligned with company growth objectives
• Provide leadership and oversight for sourcing activities across regions and departments through management of the procurement team
• Build category strategies for critical data center packages, including generators, HV/MV electrical, UPS, and other mission-critical infrastructure
• Oversee major sourcing initiatives, competitive bid processes, and contract negotiations
• Ensure purchasing practices support operational uptime, capital planning, and scalability
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement and purchasing performance and cost discipline
• Oversee logistics strategy to support timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and equipment across all campuses
• Ensure alignment between suppliers, construction, and operations to protect project schedules and uptime
• Provide oversight of inventory management practices to maintain appropriate stock levels for critical materials
• Improve visibility into lead times, inventory levels, and material planning to support operational continuity and expansion
• Oversee strategic supplier relationships and executive-level negotiations
• Strengthen supplier performance management through KPIs, scorecards, structured reviews, corrective actions, and dispute resolution
• Ensure vendor compliance documentation and contractual requirements are maintained
• Diversify supplier base where appropriate to reduce concentration risk
• Integrate procurement risk management into broader operational risk frameworks
• Monitor purchasing variances and financial controls in coordination with Accounting
• Oversee ERP procurement functionality, including Yardi, and contract management systems
• Drive enhancements to procurement technology, reporting tools, automation processes, and AI-enabled workflows
• Ensure consistent documentation standards and workflow discipline across regions
• Improve executive visibility through dashboards and performance reporting
• Lead and develop Procurement and Purchasing Managers
• Partner with Engineering and Design, Construction Project Managers, and Operations Directors to align sourcing strategies with technical requirements and expansion initiatives

Benefits

• Sabey covers 100% of employee-only premiums for base medical and PPO dental plans
• Contributes up to $2,000 annually to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Up to 5 weeks of PTO based on tenure
• 10 paid holidays
• Ability to carry over unused PTO
• Competitive, matched 401(k) retirement plan
• Access to structured professional and personal development programs, including Thought Patterns for High Performance, Everything DiSC, and Built to Last

What This Job Offers

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