Director of Strategic Sourcing

Join the Team! Is technology your passion? Do you want to work with smart, forward-thinking individuals? Do you want to grow in a career you love? At Align, our professionals are the key to our success. We don’t just hire talent, we invest in exceptional people who are forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about what they do. We’re a group of tech-savvy professionals who are motivated by making an impact. Our culture is one of unbounded opportunity that celebrates the passions, skills and ideas of our team—work hard, play hard, be smart! We believe great communities lead to great companies. That’s why we offer a dynamic workplace where you feel inspired, engaged and innovative. We offer professionals opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and acquire valuable new skills whether on client sites or in one of our regional offices. Position Overview   We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Strategic Sourcing Leader to build, lead, and scale our procurement function for data center white space projects solutions. This role will oversee a team of sourcing professionals while directly driving strategy, supplier relationships, and commercial outcomes across both materials and subcontracted labor.  As a specialized technology solutions provider delivering end-to-end design, procurement, and delivery of data center white space & AI HPC cabling solutions, this role is critical to optimizing cost, quality, and speed across our supply chain. The ideal candidate brings deep industry relationships, strong commercial acumen, and a track record of developing strategic partnerships within the data center ecosystem with a focus on Electrical and Mechanical Suppliers.  Key skills: Strategic sourcing and category management    Supplier relationship management  Commercial negotiation and contract structuring  Market intelligence and pricing strategy  Leadership, process design and operational scaling   Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Team Management   Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team Establish sourcing strategies, processes, and standards to support rapid scaling of data center fit-out operations    Drive a culture of accountability, commercial rigor, and continuous improvement    Remain hands-on in key sourcing initiatives, negotiations, and supplier engagements    Strategic Sourcing & Procurement   Own sourcing strategy and execution for all materials and subcontracted labor related to data center white space fit-out    Develop and implement category strategies across:    Structural support systems, containment, and conveyance (ladder racks, cable trays, cabinets, HACs)    Electrical power distribution (UPS systems, busway, whip, RPPs, feeders, and associated cabling)    Data cabling (fiber optic and copper / low voltage systems)    Liquid cooling infrastructure (CDUs,   TCS Loops , rear door heat exchanger solutions)    Identify, evaluate, and onboard manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers aligned with cost, quality, and delivery goals    Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, and volume-based agreements leveraging company spend    Supplier & Partner Development   Build and maintain strategic relationships with:    OEMs and manufacturers    National and regional distributors    Electrical contractors (power distribution installation)    Structured cabling contractors (fiber and LVC installation)    Specialized labor providers (liquid cooling, rack/cabinet install, containment and conveyance installation)    Establish preferred vendor programs and long-term partnerships to ensure capacity, priority delivery, and competitive pricing    Explore white-label and direct OEM manufacturing opportunities (e.g., cabling and standardized components)    Expansion of supplier network and introduction of innovative sourcing models (e.g., OEM direct, white-label solutions)   Commercial Strategy & Market Intelligence   Leverage deep understanding of industry pricing benchmarks, supply chain dynamics, and lead times    Continuously assess market conditions to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supply risks    Develop creative, “outside-the-box” sourcing strategies to optimize total cost of ownership, speed to delivery, and scalability    Ensure procurement strategies align with project schedules and construction sequencing    Process Development & Execution   Build scalable procurement processes, tools, and standards for sourcing, contracting, and supplier management    Standardize materials, specifications, and supplier selection where appropriate    Partner with engineering, construction, and project management teams to ensure alignment across design, procurement, and installation    Implement tracking and reporting mechanisms for cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement efficiency    Required Qualifications   To summarize, we seek someone that has proven expertise to lead a scalable, high-performing procurement function. Establish strategic supplier partnerships and preferred vendor programs that provide improved lead times, supplier responsiveness, and material availability, as well as measurable cost savings and margin improvement through sourcing strategies.    10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain leadership within data center, mission-critical, or related construction environments    Proven experience sourcing materials and subcontracted labor for data center fit-out projects    Deep knowledge of:    Data center infrastructure components (containment, conveyance, electrical distribution, structured cabling, liquid cooling)    Industry pricing models, supply chains, and vendor landscape    Established relationships with key manufacturers, distributors, and subcontractors in the data center ecos