Senior Analyst, Global Procurement Strategy, Data Center

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Collaborate closely with the VP to design, enhance, and implement the global procurement strategy across data center categories and regions.

• Convert strategic priorities into structured plans, frameworks, and roadmaps for regional and category teams.

• Monitor strategic initiatives and highlight risks, gaps, or resource needs to leadership.

• Assist in procurement processes, governance, and tools as IREN ventures into new markets and expands its data center presence.

• Coordinate activities for new-market readiness, including supplier landscape assessments, category strategy contributions, and process standardization.

• Identify regional discrepancies and foster alignment towards a cohesive global operating model.

• Research and compile insights on market conditions, supplier capabilities, competitive benchmarks, and category trends.

• Develop business cases, cost/benefit analyses, and comparative evaluations for sourcing and strategic decisions.

• Track expenditures, savings, and pipeline data across regions to pinpoint trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Prepare materials, briefing documents, and presentations for the VP that are suitable for board and leadership review.

• Create and maintain dashboards and regular reports on global procurement KPIs, category performance, and strategic initiatives.

• Represent the VP's office in selected cross-functional forums, ensuring action items are followed through.

• Connect global strategy with execution teams at regional and category levels.

• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, HSE, and Technical teams to synchronize procurement strategy with business and project timelines.

• Support QBRs, leadership reviews, and strategy discussions across different geographies.

• Standardize procurement strategy templates, planning tools, and reporting frameworks.

• Identify opportunities for automation, AI-enabled tools, and data visualization.

• Contribute to institutional knowledge and best practices as teams and regions grow.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, management consulting, or a related strategy/analytics role.

• Proven experience in supporting senior leadership with strategic planning, business cases, or executive-level reporting.

• Strong analytical and financial skills.

• Ability to convert complex data into clear insights and actionable recommendations.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Experience in creating presentations and materials for executive audiences.

• Comfort in navigating ambiguity within a fast-paced, high-growth, and evolving environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Experience in construction, infrastructure, energy, or data center/mission-critical environments is preferred.

• Familiarity with global or multi-region procurement, sourcing, or operations is preferred.

• Knowledge of ERP/procurement systems such as Coupa, SAP Ariba, or Oracle is preferred.

• Familiarity with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau is preferred.

• Experience in supporting capital projects, multi-site expansions, or new-market entries is preferred.

• Background in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or a chief-of-staff-style role is preferred.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% company-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees.

• 75% company-paid coverage for dependents.

• Company-funded short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage options available.

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available with the High Deductible Health Plan.

• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.

• Access to financial planning and legal services.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.

• Internal skills training and advancement opportunities.

• Professional development support for certifications, continuing education, or role-related training.

• Company events and team-building activities.

• Annual incentive bonus may be included in total compensation.

• Equity (long-term incentive) may be included in total compensation.