Analyst, Technology Procurement, NA

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Procurement Department

The Procurement team is responsible for securing the material equipment Vantage's Data Centers require to function. The team leads these efforts from conception through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, New Site Development, and Engineering along the way. Procurement also works closely with vendor partners to come up with a vertically integrated design, and we manage these partners to deliver the projects on schedule and budget.

Vantage is unique in that our technical staff is given the responsibility and authority to directly drive the process. Our internal team can align long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high-impact decisions and even more impactful results.

Position Description

This role will be based in:
Denver, CO or Ashburn, VA and is in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible).

Vantage is seeking a highly motivated, self-starting Technology Procurement Analyst to be an integral part of a global team responsible for managing IT materials, licenses, maintenance, software, hardware, and associated supply chains. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the organization's global technology needs are met efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with business objectives.

In this role, you will project-manage every aspect of the procurement and delivery process from initiation through completion, supporting technology initiatives across Vantage's global footprint. Daily responsibilities include developing and managing RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs; negotiating commercial terms and contracts with regional vendors; managing inventory levels across the region; tracking deliveries; building and maintaining complex, multi-region project budgets; and creating, reviewing, and managing purchase orders for software, hardware and professional services.

As a Technology Procurement Analyst, you will manage multiple projects simultaneously, collaborating closely with international suppliers and cross-functional internal teams including IT, Automation, Construction Cost & Finance, Accounting, Construction, Operations, and Legal. This role requires strong coordination across time zones and cultures. Occasional international travel to Vantage data center sites and regional offices may be required.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Technology Procurement Manager to support daily activities and help ensure the technology procurement function meets or exceeds organizational goals
• Understand and support RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs for sourcing IT software, hardware, and services across multiple regions
• Coordinate with global and regional vendors to drive continuous quality improvement and performance
• Track renewal dates for enterprise software and support licenses globally, initiating discussions with stakeholders to review budgets and regional requirements
• Assist in the analysis of vendor quotes, change orders, and technical/commercial submittals
• Learn and manage financial and procurement systems to enter POs, review invoices, track regional budgets, and allocate equipment to projects
• Support the Technology Procurement Manager and Finance/Accounting teams in resolving invoice and payment issues
• Drive project-level tasks and milestones assigned by the Technology Procurement Manager across the region.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships at a regional level
• Develop and maintain high-level reporting and recordkeeping to support technology procurement visibility and decision-making
• Continuously refine procurement processes to ensure efficiency, scalability, and compliance with policies
• Work with Compliance and Legal teams to ensure suppliers and procurement activities meet corporate and regional regulatory requirements
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across regions regarding hardware and software needs
• Provide post-order support, including order status updates, issue resolution, and facilitation of returns
• Maintain and update inventory systems for internal hardware, including periodic audits
• Place re-stock orders with suppliers and negotiate pricing aligned with procurement strategies
• Assist with allocating hardware to regional projects
• Communicate proactively with internal teams regarding stock shortages, delays, or supply chain disruptions
• Coordinate occasional scheduling, preparation, and courier delivery of hardware across regions

Duties

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