VP, Procurement

Soluna

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced equipment procurement leader to join our world-class team. You will own procurement strategy for the critical mechanical and electrical equipment that powers Soluna's AI/HPC data centers, managing long-lead-time sourcing, manufacturer relationships, and supply chain risk across a multi-site build-out schedule. This is a hands-on, individual-contributor role at a senior level — you will own procurement execution directly, rather than building a team beneath you, while carrying the scope and authority of an experienced functional leader.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in MEP or critical infrastructure procurement, ideally within data centers, power infrastructure, or large-scale capital equipment.
Established relationships with major MEP OEMs (e.g., Caterpillar, Cummins, Vertiv, Schneider Electric, Eaton, Trane, Carrier, ABB).
Deep understanding of redundancy tiers (N, N+1, 2N) and how equipment specifications map to design and engineering requirements.
Proven track record managing long-lead-time equipment (generators, switchgear, transformers) against aggressive construction schedules.
Experience with capex modeling, cost-per-MW tracking, and escalation forecasting across major equipment categories.
Comfort operating independently and owning procurement execution end-to-end, without a supporting team in place today.

Responsibilities

Own procurement strategy for generators, UPS systems, switchgear, transformers, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, and PDUs, aligned with multi-site build-out schedules.
Manage 12–24+ month lead times on generators, switchgear, and transformers by locking in production slots early and sequencing orders against construction milestones.
Work closely with mechanical/electrical engineers, general contractors, and EPC firms to ensure procured equipment matches design specs (voltage, capacity, redundancy tier — N, N+1, 2N).
Manage strategic relationships with MEP OEMs (e.g., Caterpillar, Cummins, Vertiv, Schneider Electric, Eaton, Trane, Carrier, ABB), including capacity reservations and volume agreements.
Coordinate factory witness testing (FAT), field commissioning (Cx), and startup support with vendors to ensure equipment meets performance specs before energization.
Model equipment spend against site capacity plans (MW build-out), tracking cost per MW and escalation trends across steel, copper, and electrical components.
Build contingency strategies for switchgear and transformer shortages (a well-known industry bottleneck), including multi-vendor qualification and strategic inventory buffers.
Align equipment specs with utility interconnection requirements, local code compliance, and permitting timelines.
Prioritize equipment supporting renewable integration, efficient PUE, and emissions reduction — particularly relevant for behind-the-meter or renewable-powered sites.
Negotiate extended warranties, spare parts inventories, and long-term service agreements for critical rotating and static equipment.