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Director of Procurement - Sabey Data Centers

ID102373

Application Deadline9/11/2026

CompanySabey Data Centers

CategoryProcurement

Job LocationsUS-WA-Tukwila | US-TX-Round Rock | US-VA-Ashburn

At a glance

We're excited to partner with Sabey Data Centers on a newly created, high-impact leadership role: Director of Procurement. This role can be located in Tukwila, Wa or Round Rock, Tx or Ashburn, Va.

This is a newly created opportunity to step into a strategic, enterprise-level position supporting operations across all Sabey campuses. As the company continues to scale, this leader will shape sourcing strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and build a more modern, data-driven procurement function in a mission-critical environment.

If you're a procurement leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, and growth, this role offers real influence and visibility.

Description: What you'll be doing

Another Source's client, Sabey Data Centers is recruiting a Director of Procurement to join their team. This role can be located in Tukwila, Washington or Round Rock, Texas or Ashburn, Virginia.

This newly created role comes at an important moment for Sabey Data Centers as the organization continues to support operations across all campuses while scaling for long-term growth. The Director of Procurement will have the opportunity to build greater structure, visibility, and strategic impact across sourcing, supplier management, logistics, and procurement operations while leading a team of three. For an individual who wants to shape a high-value function in a mission-critical environment, this is a rare opportunity to make an enterprise-wide impact.

Who is Sabey Data Centers?

Sabey Data Centers is a premier multi-tenant data center provider, setting the standard for operational excellence, efficiency, and sustained uptime. With over 20 years of expertise and three million square feet of mission-critical space, Sabey is the largest privately-owned data center owner and operator in the United States. Their cutting-edge facilities-located in Tukwila, WA (20 minutes outside Seattle); East Wenatchee, WA; Quincy, WA; New York, NY; Ashburn, VA; and Austin, TX, with a new location coming soon in Umatilla, OR-support top-tier financial institutions, technology giants, media powerhouses, and healthcare leaders, delivering unparalleled reliability, security, and scalability. By prioritizing sustainability and innovation, Sabey Data Centers continues to shape the digital infrastructure of the future.

About this role

The Director of Procurement leads and governs the purchasing and procurement functions for Sabey Data Center Operations. This role is responsible for driving sourcing strategy, supplier performance, contract governance, cost optimization, inventory and logistics, and supply chain continuity in support of operational reliability and long-term growth.

Reporting to the Vice President, Business Operations, this leader will partner closely with Construction, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and executive leadership to ensure procurement practices align with company strategy and support uptime, financial accountability, and scalable expansion across Sabey's campuses.

How you will spend your time

Lead enterprise-wide sourcing and purchasing strategy aligned with company growth objectives

• Provide leadership and oversight for sourcing activities across regions and departments through management of the procurement team
• Build category strategies for critical data center packages, including generators, HV/MV electrical, UPS, and other mission-critical infrastructure
• Oversee major sourcing initiatives, competitive bid processes, and contract negotiations
• Ensure purchasing practices support operational uptime, capital planning, and scalability
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement and purchasing performance and cost discipline
• Oversee logistics strategy to support timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and equipment across all campuses
• Ensure alignment between suppliers, construction, and operations to protect project schedules and uptime
• Provide oversight of inventory management practices to maintain appropriate stock levels for critical materials
• Improve visibility into lead times, inventory levels, and material planning to support operational continuity and expansion
• Oversee strategic supplier relationships and executive-level negotiations
• Strengthen supplier performance management through KPIs, scorecards, structured reviews, corrective actions, and dispute resolution
• Ensure vendor compliance documentation and contractual requirements are maintained
• Diversify supplier base where appropriate to reduce concentration risk
• Integrate procurement risk management into broader operational risk frameworks
• Monitor purchasing variances and financial controls in coordination with Accounting
• Oversee ERP procurement functionality, including Yardi, and contract management systems
• Drive enhancements to procurement technology, reporting tools, automation processes, and AI-enabled workflows
• Ensure consistent documentation standards and workflow discipline across regions
• Improve executive visibility through dashboards and performance reporting
• Lead and develop Procurement and Purchasing Managers
• Partner with Engineering and Design, Construction Project Managers, and Operations Directors to align sourcing strategies with technical requirements and expansion initiatives

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field, MBA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience

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