James Emerson serves as Business Development Manager at Americase, where he focuses on identifying and developing strategic growth opportunities within the data center sector. He specializes in lithium-ion battery storage and transportation solutions, helping hyperscalers and enterprise operators align safety, compliance, and operational performance with scalable energy infrastructure demands.
With more than 25 years of experience across oil & gas, technology, and energy supply chain environments, James brings deep expertise in procurement strategy, global commodity management, and mission-critical operations. Prior to joining Americase, he spent nearly five years with Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he led large-scale procurement and supply chain initiatives supporting data center infrastructure. As Senior Global Commodity Manager, he managed more than $2B in annual battery backup unit (BBU) spend. Earlier, as Senior Category Manager, he directed procurement strategy for environmental, health, and safety services across North American data centers during a complex regulatory transition.
James is known for connecting commercial strategy with engineering and compliance realities—ensuring high-growth energy initiatives are supported by disciplined supply chain execution and risk mitigation. His leadership has contributed to more than $100 million in supplier savings and the implementation of a global battery recycling program achieving broad international alignment.
He holds an MBA in Finance & Business Modeling from the University of Houston and is both a Six Sigma Black Belt and APICS CPIM-certified professional. He also contributes to the SAE J2950 regulatory committee, reinforcing his commitment to advancing industry standards and operational excellence.
