Principal, Global Supply Chain Lead

Ares Management Corporation•Bellevue, WA

6d•$250,000 - $275,000

About The Position

Ada Infrastructure is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet. As part of the digital infrastructure platform of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES), a leading global alternative investment manager, Ada Infrastructure is positioned to be a leader in the industry in reliable, safe, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure. With nine in-flight campuses across the US, Japan, the UK, and Brazil, we have over 850 MW of power currently available and more than 1,500 MW in our global pipeline. This role is an excellent opportunity to join a deeply experienced and high-performing team with the ability to directly impact and contribute to Ada’s development program. Our team combines industry-wide experience and in-country expertise across all our regions. We are committed to collaborating cross-functionally and partnering to drive efficient and effective solutions that meet the needs of our internal and external stakeholders. The Supply Chain function is part of the Global Design, Development and Delivery team and is responsible for securing, managing, and optimizing long lead equipment and supplier relationships required to deliver Ada’s data center developments globally. The team defines global sourcing strategies, supplier frameworks, and procurement governance, while enabling regional teams to execute effectively at the project level. The Global Supply Chain Lead will define and execute Ada’s global procurement and supply chain strategy in support of its data center development platform. This role is accountable for building and scaling a globally coordinated procurement function, including systems, processes, governance, and team structures required to support multi-region growth. This position oversees global sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, procurement governance, and supply chain risk management. The role is focused on long lead equipment and mission-critical systems, with near-term prioritization on building Ada’s Owner-Furnished Contractor-Installed (OFCI) program, securing production capacity, and establishing planning and inventory capabilities to support future developments. The position provides both strategic leadership and operational oversight across global procurement, long-lead material planning, vendor qualification, and commercial negotiations. In this role, you will partner with leadership, legal, project controls and regional delivery teams to ensure materials and equipment are aligned with construction schedules, cost targets, and technical requirements, while building the platforms and processes that enable consistent execution globally.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline; equivalent experience considered
12+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or sourcing within capital-intensive industries
Demonstrated experience leading procurement for mission-critical or data center infrastructure preferred
Proven success building and managing global teams and scaling procurement functions across multiple regions
Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience in contract negotiation, pricing strategy, and risk management
Deep understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment supply chains and long-lead procurement dynamics
Ability to influence across functions and operate effectively in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments
Strong executive presence and communication skills
Willingness to travel as required to support business needs

Responsibilities

Own and execute Ada Infrastructure’s global supply chain and procurement strategy across all regions; including vendor qualification, segmentation, performance management, and long-term partnership development
Design and implement a globally coordinated procurement operating model, including systems, tools, and scalable processes
Build, manage, and develop a high-performing global supply chain team, including internal resources and third-party support
Establish and maintain global procurement governance, policies, and controls to ensure consistency, scalability, and compliance
Lead global sourcing for mechanical and electrical OFCI equipment
Secure manufacturing capacity and develop strategic supplier agreements to support pipeline growth and mitigate market constraints
Own global procurement commercial outcomes, including pricing strategy, contract structures, and terms and conditions
Partner with Design and Product teams to align specifications, technical standards, and procurement strategies to optimize speed to market
Collaborate with Finance and Project Controls on capital forecasting, cash flow planning, budget alignment, and variance analysis
Oversee long-lead equipment planning, including manufacturing slot management, logistics sequencing, and delivery coordination
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including market constraints, capacity limitations, geopolitical factors, and logistics challenges
Support regional teams in project execution through procurement frameworks, vendor coordination, submittal support, factory testing, delivery tracking, and commissioning support
Partner with Legal on contract structures including GPAs, MSAs, and Statements of Work
Drive continuous improvement by incorporating lessons learned across campuses, regions, and project phases
Provide regular executive-level reporting on vendor performance, market dynamics, risks, and opportunities