Purchaser
IRENJob Type: Full-time | Location: Remote TX | Department : Procurement | Reporting to: Procurement Manager| Work Location Type: #remote IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada. This role supports both day-to-day operational purchasing (MRO, maintenance materials, tools, and services) and capital projects/construction purchasing (equipment, materials, and subcontracted services).The Purchaser will partner with site Operations, Construction/Project teams, and the Inventory/Warehouse function to source, quote, raise PRs/POs, and track orders through delivery—ensuring materials, equipment, and spare parts are available when needed to support uptime and on-time project delivery. The Vendor Onboarding & Risk Specialist owns the end-to-end vendor onboarding process, ensuring that new and existing suppliers are qualified, documented, and approved in line with company policy before work is awarded or purchase orders are issued. This role is responsible for coordinating vendor prequalification, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), insurance and safety verification, financial and sanctions screening, and vendor master activation. The Specialist maintains the vendor risk register, monitors compliance status through the life of the supplier relationship, and ensures onboarding records are complete, current, and audit-ready. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in. Diploma or post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 2–4 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in construction/capital projects, industrial, utilities, or data center environments. Experience using ERP systems for PR/PO processing and order management. Experience supporting competitive sourcing (RFQ/RFP), supplier quote evaluation (bid comparisons), and documenting award decisions. Strong attention to detail and data accuracy. Ability to manage multiple open orders and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Service-oriented mindset with ability to support cross-functional teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office software. Preferred Experience Experience purchasing for capital projects/construction (materials, equipment, and subcontracted services), including expediting long-lead items and supporting change orders Ability to interpret basic scopes of work, specifications, and construction documentation to support accurate ordering and supplier coordination. Experience supporting maintenance or operations teams in industrial or technical environments. Familiarity with spare parts, MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) purchasing, or warehouse inventory support. Understanding of basic inventory control principles (min/max, reorder points, stock replenishment). Experience working in multi-site or remote-support environments. Procurement Support (Operations & Projects) Support site Operations and Maintenance teams as well as Construction/Project teams with sourcing materials, equipment, tools, and services required for ongoing maintenance and capital projects. Obtain vendor quotations and evaluate pricing, lead times, and availability. Create and process Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP system in accordance with company policies. Ensure accuracy of part numbers, quantities, pricing, coding, and support…