Accenture Construct – Senior Procurement Manager- Data Centers, ANS

Accenture Construct•Indianapolis, IN

9d•$150,000 - $179,995•Onsite

About The Position

Accenture Construct is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to manage procurement efforts for owner-furnished equipment on data center projects. This role involves ensuring compatibility with project design, timelines, and performance goals, maintaining vendor relationships, and coordinating logistics. The position requires collaboration with internal teams, construction managers, and trade contractors to support bid creation, competitive sourcing, and contract negotiations. The manager will also monitor procurement progress, report on project status, and assist in resolving equipment-related issues and facilitating project closeout. The role is primarily onsite at client locations, with some in-person time for collaboration and relationship building. Accenture Construct focuses on delivering large-scale capital projects, including data centers, power grids, and infrastructure, using advanced technologies like AI.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred
10+ years of experience in procurement, construction management, or real estate development, including at least 2 years supporting OFCI procurement for data centers or similar mission-critical facilities
Familiarity with vendor coordination, equipment sourcing, and basic procurement processes for electrical and mechanical infrastructure in hyperscale or colocation settings
Basic knowledge of long-lead mission-critical components and their role in commissioning and integration

Nice To Haves

Ability to review technical specifications, design documents, vendor proposals, and procurement schedules
Organized, attentive to detail, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment
Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with internal teams, contractors, and OEMs
Experience supporting procurement schedules, reporting, and tracking tools for data center projects

Responsibilities

Manage procurement efforts for owner-furnished equipment on data center projects, ensuring compatibility with project design, timelines, and performance goals.
Maintain relationships with vendors, including OEMs, distributors, and specialty suppliers, for critical infrastructure like generators, chillers, UPS systems, PDUs, CRACs, switchgear, and high-voltage equipment.
Assist in tracking production schedules, shipping milestones, and on-site delivery coordination alongside construction managers and trade contractors.
Contribute to creating bid and leveling packages for OFCI equipment, emphasizing logistics, warranty terms, lead times, total cost, and commissioning requirements.
Participate in competitive sourcing for OFCI packages: support drafting RFIs and RFPs, handle vendor inquiries, review proposals, and compile summaries for stakeholder recommendations.
Work with internal teams to outline technical and performance requirements for OFCI packages; aid engineers in preparing documentation for accurate vendor scoping.
Collaborate with construction, design, and development teams to synchronize OFCI procurement schedules with fast-paced project timelines and construction phases.
Join scope review discussions and vendor negotiations, helping ensure contracts align with project demands for reliability, uptime, and delivery timelines.
Monitor and report on procurement progress across projects, covering commitments, cost impacts, change orders, and remaining exposure.
Stay updated on supply chain trends for power and cooling equipment, assisting in spotting potential risks to pricing or schedules and proposing solutions.
Aid in resolving equipment-related issues, such as delivery delays or commissioning challenges, and support escalation for vendor performance concerns.
Help prepare closeout documentation and facilitate warranty onboarding for OFCI assets to ensure a seamless handover to operations and facilities teams.