Accenture Construct – Senior Procurement Manager- Data Centers, ANS

Accenture Construct•Indianapolis, IN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Procurement Manager will manage procurement efforts for owner-furnished equipment (OFCI) on data center projects, ensuring equipment is compatible with project designs, timelines, and performance goals. The role involves coordinating with vendors—including OEMs, distributors, and specialty suppliers—for critical power and cooling infrastructure such as generators, chillers, UPS systems, PDUs, CRACs, switchgear, and high-voltage equipment. The position supports sourcing, bid evaluation, schedule and delivery tracking, vendor negotiations, procurement reporting, and issue resolution. It also involves coordinating with engineering, construction, design, development, contractors, and operations teams to align procurement with project phases and support equipment handover and warranty onboarding. The role is onsite at client and partner locations, with some flexibility to support work/life needs.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in procurement, construction management, or real estate development.
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

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
Ability to review technical specifications, design documents, vendor proposals, and procurement schedules.
Organized and attentive to detail, with the ability to thrive 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 (OFCI) on data center projects and ensure compatibility with project design, timelines, and performance goals.
Maintain relationships with OEMs, distributors, and specialty suppliers for critical infrastructure equipment, including generators, chillers, UPS systems, PDUs, CRACs, switchgear, and high-voltage equipment.
Help track production schedules, shipping milestones, and onsite delivery coordination with construction managers and trade contractors.
Contribute to bid and leveling packages for OFCI equipment, considering logistics, warranty terms, lead times, total cost, and commissioning requirements.
Support competitive sourcing for OFCI packages by helping draft RFIs and RFPs, handling vendor inquiries, reviewing proposals, and compiling summaries for stakeholder recommendations.
Work with internal teams to outline technical and performance requirements and help engineers prepare documentation for vendor scoping.
Coordinate with construction, design, and development teams to synchronize OFCI procurement schedules with project timelines and construction phases.
Participate in scope reviews and vendor negotiations, helping align contracts with project requirements for reliability, uptime, and delivery timelines.
Monitor and report procurement progress across projects, including commitments, cost impacts, change orders, and remaining exposure.
Track supply chain trends for power and cooling equipment, identify potential pricing or schedule risks, and propose solutions.
Help resolve equipment-related issues, including delivery delays and commissioning challenges, and support escalation of vendor performance concerns.
Help prepare closeout documentation and facilitate warranty onboarding for OFCI assets for handover to operations and facilities teams.