Vice President, Procurement - Data Center Infrastructure

Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.

You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work. Job Summary Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Chief Procurement Officer, the Vice President, Procurement - Data Center Infrastructure will lead the global procurement strategy, operating model and execution for major capital equipment, power solutions and infrastructure programs.

This executive will build long-term supply capacity, strengthen supplier performance and business continuity, and improve cost, schedule and delivery outcomes across a complex global construction portfolio. The ideal candidate is a senior procurement and supply chain leader with significant experience supporting major construction and capital programs. Experience in data centers, mission-critical facilities, or digital infrastructure is highly valued, but is not required.

Success will depend on the ability to translate construction demand into scalable category strategies, negotiate complex commercial agreements, influence senior stakeholders, and lead a diverse global team through growth and change. Responsibilities Global Procurement Strategy and Leadership Set and optimize end-to-end global procurement strategies, structures and processes for global major capital equipment, power availability and construction-related infrastructure categories; ensuring seamless delivery across all projects Translate the long-range construction pipeline into integrated category, sourcing, supplier capacity and business continuity plans, including multi-year demand commitments where appropriate Serve as a strategic partner to Construction, Design, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, Sustainability and regional business leaders, aligning procurement priorities to business plans and project requirements Provide clear, high-quality reporting to executive leadership, customers and other stakeholders on program performance, supply risk, cost, schedule, and strategic priorities Capital Programs, Supplier Capacity and Commercial Excellence Lead the global major capital equipment program and manage significant spend across critical equipment, systems and services required for complex construction projects Develop and maintain a resilient, competitive supplier ecosystem capable of supporting concurrent projects across multiple geographies and cultures Lead complex commercial negotiations and contractual relationships, partnering with Legal and business stakeholders to resolve program needs, manage risk and secure favorable outcomes Use cost analysis, project economics, financial modeling and market intelligence to improve sourcing decisions, mitigate inflation and availability pressures, and introduce more efficient supplier solutions Oversee warehousing and logistics requirements across the supply chain, ensuring integration with project schedules and broader business objectives Program Execution and Governance Establish program objectives, governance, and KPIs that drive predictable, high-quality delivery, supplier performance, and continuous improvement Partner with project teams from inception through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and operational go-live to ensure procurement strategies and supplier commitments support the approved business case Review due diligence and core project documentation, including the basis of design, budget, schedule, phasing, development strategy and project procurement strategy Suppo