Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Equipment Resume Cohen Hossain Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Equipment (602) 555-XXXX cohen.hossain@example.com cohenhossain Phoenix, AZ 85004 STRENGTHS Supplier relationships Build productive supplier partnerships through direct communication, clear performance feedback, and practical follow-up on issues. Commercial judgment Compare cost, supply continuity, and technical needs carefully, helping stakeholders make balanced sourcing decisions. Cross-functional influence Bring engineering, operations, finance, and business partners into sourcing decisions so requirements and tradeoffs are clear. Analytical problem-solving Use supplier quotes, cost assumptions, and market information to clarify options and address uncertain supply conditions. Colleague coaching Share negotiation and quotation analysis approaches with newer colleagues, giving them practical support on challenging supplier discussions. SKILLS Strategic sourcing Category management Supplier management Commercial negotiation Cost modeling Market analysis Quote evaluation Supplier performance Supply continuity Hardware sourcing Contract negotiation Stakeholder influence Process improvement Executive engagement Colleague coaching MY CAREER 9.4 Years Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Equipment at MesaGrid Infrastructure (3.8 Years) Senior Sourcing Specialist at Summit Power Systems (2.7 Years) Sourcing Specialist at Harborpoint Critical Facilities (1.8 Years) Procurement Analyst at Ridgeway Industrial Supply (1.2 Years) SUMMARY Strategic sourcing manager with 9+ years of experience in procurement, category management , and supplier management for data center and critical infrastructure equipment. Develop and execute category plans that balance technical requirements, continuity of supply , cost, technology, and supplier performance across equipment categories including UPS, PDU, busway, RPP, transformers, switchgear, generators, batteries, and cooling systems. Apply supplier analysis , cost modeling, market analysis, quotation evaluation, and supply chain alternatives to guide commercial decisions. Negotiate pricing and contractual agreements, build productive supplier relationships, and collaborate with technical and business stakeholders, including senior supplier executives. Lead cross-functional improvements, share sourcing expertise, and coach colleagues to support competitive outcomes and dependable equipment supply. EXPERIENCE Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Equipment MesaGrid Infrastructure Jan 2023 - Present Phoenix, AZ Direct category plans for data center infrastructure hardware across six equipment groups, aligning technical requirements, forecast demand, continuity of supply, technology road maps, and cost targets. Lead cross-functional and cross-line-of-business sourcing teams through supplier selection, proposal evaluation , and commercial decisions, documenting tradeoffs against engineering standards and operating needs. Negotiate pricing, capacity commitments, and contractual agreements with strategic suppliers; maintain product and commercial competitiveness while resolving competing cost and delivery priorities. Build cost models and market analyses for UPS, PDU, busway, and RPP sourcing, comparing supplier quotations, component assumptions, and supply chain alternatives before recommendations reach business stakeholders. Manage strategic supplier relationships as the primary interface, review supplier performance , and provide structured feedback on delivery, quality, responsiveness, and adherence to requirements. Represent the sourcing function in executive reviews with strategic supplier leaders, using performance evidence and continuity risks to influence product and supplier selection . Launched process improvements and sourcing best practices for transformer, switchgear, generator, battery, and cooling equipment categories, improving bid comparability and supporting continuous cost improvement . Mentor sourcing colleagues, share negotiation and analytical methods, and encourage adaptable problem-solving and new ideas when requirements are uncertain. Senior Sourcing Specialist Summit Power Systems May 2020 - Dec 2022 Denver, CO Executed category sourcing plans for critical power and cooling hardware used in data center expansions, coordinating engineering, operations, finance, and suppliers from requirements review through award. Evaluated UPS, transformers , switchgear , generators, and battery proposals against technical specifications, supplier capacity, lifecycle considerations, and commercial terms. Prepared cost models and market analysis for negotiations, clarifying quote assumptions and presenting options that balanced competitive cost with supply availability. Negotiated pricing and contractual agreements with equipment manufacturers and distributors, escalating continuity and delivery risks before they affected project schedules. Established supplier performance reviews using delivery, quality, and issue-resolution records; translated findings into direct feedback and corrective follow-up with supplier contacts. Presented sourcing recommendations to internal stakeholders and coached newer colleagues on quotation analysis, negotiation preparation, and supplier communication. Sourcing Specialist Harborpoint Critical Facilities Aug 2018 - Apr 2020 Albuquerque, NM Supported procurement and supplier management for critical facility hardware, converting project specifications into comparable requests for quotation and documented evaluation criteria. Analyzed supplier quotations for PDU, RPP, busway , and cooling equipment , checking technical compliance, lead times, pricing structure, and contractual terms with engineering partners. Maintained supplier and market analysis to identify capacity constraints and supply chain alternatives, informing purchasing decisions when demand or delivery conditions shifted. Tracked order and supplier performance across active facility projects, communicating exceptions to internal stakeholders and following issues through resolution. Contributed to process improvement by standardizing quote comparisons and sourcing records, making decisions easier to review and supporting consistent procurement practices. Procurement Analyst Ridgeway Industrial Supply Jun 2017 - Jul 2018 Tucson, AZ Analyzed purchase history, supplier quotes, and lead-time data for industrial infrastructure hardware, giving category buyers a more consistent basis for sourcing decisions. Prepared bid comparisons and basic cost models, validated supplier documentation against purchasing requirements, and flagged pricing or availability differences for review. Coordinated routine supplier communications and order-status follow-up, building early experience in supplier relationships, commercial terms, and supply chain continuity. Produced clear written summaries and presentation materials for purchasing reviews, strengthening the documentation used to assess cost, delivery, and supplier performance. LEADERSHIP, AWARDS & RECOGNITION Recognized by MesaGrid Infrastructure sourcing leadership in 2025 for clear supplier performance reviews and constructive engagement with senior supplier leaders. Received Summit Power Systems cross-functional project team recognition in 2022 for coordinated sourcing of critical equipment. Coached early-career procurement colleagues on negotiation preparation, cost analysis, and supplier communication. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management University of Arizona 2013 Tucson, AZ CERTIFICATIONS Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Institute for Supply Management 2022 Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), APICS 2020 PROFESSIONAL SKILLS Category Strategy: Category planning, demand forecasting, technology road maps Supplier Management: Supplier relationship management, supplier performance reviews, supplier feedback Commercial Sourcing: Pricing negotiation, contractual agreements, capacity commitments Sourcing Analysis: Cost modeling, market analysis, supplier quotation analysis Equipment Sourcing: UPS, PDU, busway, RPP Critical Infrastructure: Transformers, switchgear, generators, batteries, cooling equipment SKILLS Strategic sourcing Category management Supplier management Commercial negotiation Cost modeling Market analysis Quote evaluation Supplier performance Supply continuity Hardware sourcing Contract negotiation Stakeholder influence Process improvement Executive engagement Colleague coaching PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Member, Institute for Supply Management, supporting continued engagement with procurement and supply management practices. Member, Association for Supply Chain Management, engaging with professionals in supply chain planning and sourcing.
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