Procurement Manager

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Kiowa, OK, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) • Renewable Energy
The Role
Leads procurement for a new data center site, focusing on capital construction and infrastructure projects. Manages sourcing for mechanical, electrical, structural, and critical equipment packages; conducts RFQs and RFPs; evaluates suppliers; negotiates pricing and contracts; tracks long-lead items; and manages supplier performance. Partners with Engineering, Construction, Legal, and Finance while supporting site operations, budgeting, forecasting, spend optimization, and SAP purchase-order management.
Summary Generated by Built In

Job Type:  Full-time | Location:  Kiowa, OK | Department:  Operations | Reporting to:  Head of Procurement | Work Location Type:  #hybrid


This position will be located in the Texas/Oklahoma area.


IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC


The Procurement Manager will lead procurement activities for a new data center site, with an initial focus on supporting capital construction and infrastructure projects. This role will play a critical part in delivering large-scale mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure packages on schedule and within budget. 


With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.  


Job requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 7+ years of progressive procurement experience, including capital project sourcing within the construction or Data Center industry.
  • Experience supporting large infrastructure, industrial, energy, or data center projects.
  • Demonstrated success leading complex negotiations and contract management.
  • Experience building or leading procurement teams.
  • Strong understanding of commercial terms, contract structures, and risk mitigation.
  • Experience working within ERP systems (SAP preferred).
  • Strong financial and commercial acumen.
  • Experience in data center, mission-critical, energy, or high-availability environments.
  • Experience supporting greenfield site builds or major expansions.
  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure supply markets.

Job responsibilities

Capital Project Support

  • Manage procurement activities for mechanical, electrical, structural, and critical equipment packages

  • Run RFQs/RFPs, evaluate proposals, and support vendor selection

  • Negotiate pricing and commercial terms

  • Track long-lead items and ensure on-time delivery

  • Partner closely with Engineering, Construction, Legal, and Finance

Supplier & Contract Management

  • Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships

  • Support onboarding and performance tracking

  • Assist with contract review and compliance

  • Monitor vendor performance against KPIs

Operational Procurement

  • Support site operations with purchasing and service contracts

  • Monitor spend and identify cost efficiencies

  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting

  • Ensure accurate PO and system management (SAP preferred)


Benefits

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long-term growth.


Compensation 

  • Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
  • Total Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, equity (long-term incentive).
Health & Wellness 
  • 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High Deductible Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth 

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Access to financial planning and legal services
Time Off & Leave Programs 
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development
 
  • Internal skills training and advancement pathways
  • Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training
Community & Culture 
  • Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!  


IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation. 


 IE US Operations, Inc. “IREN” participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.


By applying for this position and submitting your resume and application materials, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with our Job Applicant Privacy Statement available on our website at www.iren.com.  

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of progressive procurement experience, including capital project sourcing in construction or data center industries.
  • Experience supporting large infrastructure, industrial, energy, or data center projects.
  • Demonstrated success leading complex negotiations and contract management.
  • Experience building or leading procurement teams.
  • Strong understanding of commercial terms, contract structures, and risk mitigation.
  • Experience working within ERP systems; SAP preferred.
  • Strong financial and commercial acumen.
  • Experience in data center, mission-critical, energy, or high-availability environments.
  • Experience supporting greenfield site builds or major expansions.
  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure supply markets.
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The Company
644 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider that develops, owns, and operates large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. Its platform combines direct access to scalable NVIDIA GPUs with grid-connected land and renewable power across North America and other regions. The company emphasizes sustainable, high-performance computing infrastructure for AI builders and enterprise customers across diverse workloads.

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