Ares Management

Principal, Global Supply Chain Lead

Bellevue, WA · Principal · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$250k-$275kDetected 33 days ago

NegotiationForecastingSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementPerformance ManagementLeadershipCommunicationMentoringVariance AnalysisConstruction Management

About the role

Today, our team is guided by our core values - Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy - and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future.
Job Description Ada Infrastructure is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet.
With nine in-flight campuses across the US, Japan, the UK, and Brazil, we have over 850 MW of power currently available and more than 1,500 MW in our global pipeline.

Own and execute Ada Infrastructure's global supply chain and procurement strategy across all regions
Design and implement a globally coordinated procurement operating model, including systems, tools, and scalable processes
Build, manage, and develop a high-performing global supply chain team, including internal resources and third-party support
Establish and maintain global procurement governance, policies, and controls to ensure consistency, scalability, and compliance
Lead global sourcing for mechanical and electrical OFCI equipment
Secure manufacturing capacity and develop strategic supplier agreements to support pipeline growth and mitigate market constraints
Own global procurement commercial outcomes, including pricing strategy, contract structures, and terms and conditions
Partner with Design and Product teams to align specifications, technical standards, and procurement strategies to optimize speed to market
Collaborate with Finance and Project Controls on capital forecasting, cash flow planning, budget alignment, and variance analysis
Oversee long-lead equipment planning, including manufacturing slot management, logistics sequencing, and delivery coordination

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
12+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or sourcing within capital-intensive industries
Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience in contract negotiation, pricing strategy, and risk management
Ability to influence across functions and operate effectively in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments
Willingness to travel as required to support business needs
This role is accountable for building and scaling a globally coordinated procurement function, including systems, processes, governance, and team structures required to support multi-region growth.

Demonstrated experience leading procurement for mission-critical or data center infrastructure preferred

The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below.
Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus.
$250,000.00 - $275,000.00
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.

The Supply Chain function is part of the Global Design, Development and Delivery team and is responsible for securing, managing, and optimizing long lead equipment and supplier relationships required to deliver Ada's data center developments globally.
The team defines global sourcing strategies, supplier frameworks, and procurement governance, while enabling regional teams to execute effectively at the project level.
Over the last 20 years, Ares' success has been driven by our people and our culture.
Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includ

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