Associate Project Manager, Procurement

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Associate Project Manager, Procurement

Does the thought of joining one of the fastest-growing, privately held data center companies sound exciting to you? Do you enjoy collaborating with team members to drive and operate some of the industry’s leading and most innovative infrastructure solutions?

At Aligned Data Centers, not only do we celebrate success across our platform, we celebrate the very teams that drive and support that success! Our culture is founded in passion, engineered from innovation, and driven by the pursuit of operational excellence. We are a company dedicated to driving positive change in the industry through continuous data center innovation, diversity and inclusion, and corporate sustainability.  

We realize not only is providing a comprehensive benefits package important, but we also provide a generous 401k match with immediate vesting, free membership to Gympass which provides our employees a rich health and wellness benefit and competitive time off plan.  Giving back and having fun is important to our team whether it be serving our communities or employee and customer events. Our Aligned DNA is what makes us unique and successful!    

As part of our exciting growth, we are currently searching for an Associate Project Manager, Procurement.

The Associate Procurement Project Manager supports the management of the owner-furnished equipment (OFE) supply chain for construction projects under the guidance of the Project Manager, Procurement. This junior role involves assisting with project coordination, vendor communication, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth project execution. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment with moderate supervision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (to include, but not limited to):

· Assist in coordinating project activities related to owner-furnished equipment (OFE).

· Support vendor relationships by facilitating communication and tracking production plans to align with project schedules.

· Track and organize project costs, schedules, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.

· Assist with administrative duties, including data entry across multiple systems and project trackers.

· Setup, manage, track, and communicate project costs, schedules, and documentation.

· Own and maintain all administrative duties associated with project financials, to include but not limited to: requests for proposals, change orders, requests for POs, SOVs, forecasts, cost codes, and invoice reconciliation.

· Supporting project documentation management by creating initial submittals, uploading, downloading, and tracking between fileshare systems (such as Procore, SharePoint, etc).

· Foster positive relationships with all internal and external partners, including OFE vendors, construction teams, contractors, finance/accounting, and engineering.

· Contribute to procurement team efforts to improve processes while meeting project requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Associate’s degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent (degree or experience).

· 2-3 years of experience in a business related field.

· Basic understanding of supply chain processes, preferably in data centers or manufacturing.

· Proficiency with computers and industry systems and programs, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office products (especially Excel), database systems, financial systems, Google Suite, internet research, scheduling programs, etc.

· Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

· Ability to multi-task, with good time management and organizational skills.

· Eagerness to learn and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

· Must have a strong attention to detail.

· Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.

· Ability to travel 25%+ of the time.

ADDTIONAL DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

· 2+ years in project coordination, construction, or manufacturing specific fields.

· Familiarity with construction or procurement cost tracking and documentation processes.

· Basic knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, or project scopes.

· Exposure to data center operations or commissioning processes.

· Awareness of commodity management or production planning concepts.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Aligned Data Centers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts:  HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants.  FSA's offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)

• Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage

• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

At Aligned, we are committed to transparency and fostering a positive employee experience from your very first interaction with us. In compliance with Illinois pay disclosure requirements, when you join Aligned, you’ll have access to the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short and long disability, life insurance and other voluntary benefits, 401k with employer match, bonus opportunities, paid time off, wellness benefits and professional development opportunities, all designed to support your well-being and career growth. We want you to have a clear understanding of what we offer, so you can make informed decisions about your future with us.

Aligned is equally committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities for all employees. We ensure that all applicants and team members are considered for employment, advancement, and all other employment-related matters without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability or medical condition, please contact our People & Culture team. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws. Aligned will make reasonable accommodations where necessary to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role.