Why work at Nebius
Nebius is leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. We create the tools and resources our customers need to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. Our employees work at the cutting edge of AI cloud infrastructure alongside some of the most experienced and innovative leaders and engineers in the field.

Where we work
Headquartered in Amsterdam and listed on Nasdaq, Nebius has a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, North America, and Israel. The team of over 1400 employees includes more than 400 highly skilled engineers with deep expertise across hardware and software engineering, as well as an in-house AI R&D team.

The Role:

The OFCI Procurement Manager – Data Centers is responsible for the technical and commercial procurement of Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed (OFCI) equipment for mission-critical data center facilities. The role ensures that long-lead, high-reliability power and cooling equipment meets stringent performance, redundancy, and availability requirements while aligning procurement schedules with construction, commissioning, and go-live milestones.

This position reports to the Procurement Manager US Team Lead and is a remote position serving the geographically distributed projects for the company.

Your responsibilities will include:

Technical Scope & Engineering Coordination

Define OFCI equipment scope in collaboration with data center design, engineering, and construction teams
Review and validate technical specifications, single-line diagrams, layouts, and equipment datasheets with data center design, engineering, and construction teams
Ensure compliance with data center design criteria (Tier levels, redundancy, fault tolerance, uptime targets)
Manage technical clarifications, deviations, and vendor compliance matrices

Vendor Selection & Technical Procurement

Issue RFQs/RFPs for critical data center infrastructure equipment
Lead technical and commercial bid evaluations with engineering stakeholders
Conduct vendor technical interviews and design alignment workshops
Negotiate contracts covering performance guarantees, availability, FAT requirements, delivery milestones, and warranties

Critical Equipment Oversight

Manage procurement and delivery of long-lead, mission-critical equipment, including:
Electrical: generators, medium- and low-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, busways
Mechanical: chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, heat exchangers
Controls & Monitoring: BMS, EPMS, SCADA, protection and control systems

Manufacturing, FAT & Quality Control

Monitor vendor engineering, manufacturing, and testing schedules
Review vendor drawings, protection studies, and control logic
Coordinate and participate in FATs, integrated systems testing (where applicable), and inspections
Manage non-conformances, corrective actions, and technical change control

Logistics, Site Delivery & Installation Readiness

Develop logistics strategies for oversized and critical equipment
Coordinate international shipping, customs clearance, and just-in-time delivery
Ensure equipment preservation, storage, and environmental controls on site
Support installation readiness reviews and contractor handover

Schedule, Risk & Interface Management

Track long-lead items and procurement activities on the project critical path
Identify and mitigate risks related to capacity, lead times, factory constraints, and supply chain disruptions
Coordinate interfaces between OFCI equipment and contractor-installed systems
Provide detailed procurement and risk reporting to project leadership

Documentation, Commissioning & Handover

Ensure completeness and accuracy of as-built documentation, O&M manuals, and warranties
Support commissioning, IST, and turnover to operations teams
Close out OFCI packages in accordance with data center operational requirements

We expect you to have:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study, (i.e. Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, etc.) or equivalent combination of experience and technical training.
5+ years of experience in technical procurement or engineering for data centers or mission-critical facilities
Proven experience procuring long-lead, high-reliability OFCI equipment
Strong understanding of critical power and cooling systems
Experience with FATs, commissioning, and contractor coordination

It will be an added bonus if you have:

Hyperscale or colocation data center experience
Knowledge of Uptime Institute Tier standards or equivalent reliability frameworks
Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, NFPA, NEC, ASHRAE, and local codes

Key employee benefits in the US:

Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
401(k) plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
Remote work reimbursement: Up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
Disability & life insurance: Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage.

We offer competitive salaries, ranging from$150k - $180kOTE (on target earnings) based on your experience.

What we offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth within Nebius.
Flexible working arrangements.
A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation.

We’re growing and expanding our products every day. If you’re up to the challenge and are excited about AI and ML as much as we are, join us!

What we offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth within Nebius.
Flexible working arrangements.
A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation.

We’re growing and expanding our products every day. If you’re up to the challenge and are excited about AI and ML as much as we are, join us!

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