OFCI Equipment Procurement Manager (Data Centers)

TL;DR

OFCI Equipment Procurement Manager (Data Centers): Technical and commercial procurement of Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed equipment for mission-critical data centers with an accent on power and cooling infrastructure. Focus on managing long-lead items, coordinating Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and mitigating supply chain disruptions to align with construction milestones.

Location: Remote (United States)

Salary: $150k - $180k OTE

Company

hirify.global is a cloud computing provider building infrastructure to serve the global AI economy.

What you will do

• Define OFCI equipment scope and validate technical specifications for power and cooling systems in collaboration with design and engineering teams.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, conduct technical bid evaluations, and negotiate contracts including performance guarantees and warranties.
• Oversee the procurement and delivery of critical long-lead items such as generators, UPS systems, chillers, and SCADA systems.
• Monitor manufacturing schedules and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and quality control inspections.
• Develop logistics strategies for oversized equipment, coordinating international shipping and customs clearance.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while ensuring detailed procurement reporting to project leadership.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management.
• 5+ years of experience in technical procurement or engineering for data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Proven track record of procuring long-lead, high-reliability OFCI equipment.
• Strong technical understanding of critical power and cooling systems.
• Experience with FATs, commissioning, and contractor coordination.

Nice to have

• Experience with hyperscale or colocation data centers.
• Knowledge of Uptime Institute Tier standards or equivalent reliability frameworks.
• Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, NFPA, NEC, and ASHRAE codes.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families.
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous parental leave (20 weeks for primary, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers).
• Remote work reimbursement of up to $85/month for internet and mobile.
• Company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance.