At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial and procurement strategies for large-scale AI data centre projects.
- Company: Dynamic data centre developer and operator in London.
- Benefits: £150,000 salary, up to 30% bonus, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Hands-on role with exposure to cutting-edge technology and global contracting.
- Why this job: Shape the future of AI infrastructure while negotiating major contracts.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial contracts and procurement within technical environments.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Join a Data Centre Developer & Operator, looking after Hyperscale Data Centres!
A Senior Manager, Data Centre Commercial & Procurement opportunity is available for a commercially driven professional who can build and lead the commercial, legal and procurement capability behind large-scale AI infrastructure development. This role offers the opportunity to create the operating model from the ground up, taking ownership of major equipment sourcing, supplier negotiations, construction contracts and commercial risk management across complex data centre development activities. You will work across technical, commercial and delivery functions, engaging with executive stakeholders, equipment suppliers, contractors, legal partners and project teams to establish robust procurement strategies and contract frameworks.
Benefits:
- £150,000 salary
- Bonus up to 30%
- Opportunity to build a commercial and procurement function from the ground up
- Direct ownership of major equipment procurement and contract negotiations
- Exposure to large-scale AI infrastructure development
Role:
- Negotiate framework agreements for major data centre equipment, including switchgear, generators, cooling systems and IT racks
- Develop category strategies and supplier shortlists for critical infrastructure procurement
- Run RFI, RFP and RFQ processes across data centre development projects
- Support the drafting, negotiation and completion of EPC, PPA and land agreements with internal legal support
- Manage commercial risk across a portfolio of development projects
- Build and develop the procurement function as the organisation grows, while remaining hands-on with live negotiations
- Work closely with project, engineering and delivery stakeholders to align commercial strategy with technical requirements
Requirements:
- Experience negotiating major equipment, construction or infrastructure contracts
- Background in commercial contracts, procurement or legal contracting, either in-house or private practice
- Experience within data centres, energy, infrastructure or similarly complex technical environments
- Comfortable managing multiple negotiations and commercial priorities simultaneously
- Experience procuring technical data centre equipment and working with specialist suppliers
- Experience supporting data centre delivery, interface management and facilities management relationships
- Working knowledge of FIDIC and NEC contract forms alongside EPC contracting
- Pragmatic approach to commercial risk, with the ability to balance protection and delivery
Desirable Experience:
- Qualified surveyor or equivalent commercial background
- Experience working across UK, EMEA and US contracting frameworks
- Established relationships with major MEP or construction suppliers
Senior Manager, Data Centre Commercial & Procurement employer: Verto People
As a leading Data Centre Developer & Operator based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from a competitive salary, a bonus structure of up to 30%, and the unique opportunity to shape the commercial and procurement function from the ground up while engaging with cutting-edge AI infrastructure projects. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through hands-on experience and exposure to complex technical environments, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
