Data Center Strategic Sourcing Lead

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

📋 Description

• Lead commercial negotiations and Master Service Agreements for essential IT infrastructure, including networking devices, fiber connectivity, and computing hardware.

• Review partner procurement schedules, ensure optimal resource allocation, and promote cost efficiency in constrained market conditions.

• Establish frameworks to guarantee that third-party datacenter partners comply with commercial equipment terms and technical specifications.

• Formulate a global inventory strategy that encompasses warehousing, third-party logistics, buffer stock, and distribution models to enhance time to market and improve availability.

• Actively track global supply chain fluctuations and implement contingency plans to prevent critical project delays.

• Convert technical roadmaps into equipment forecasts and procurement pipelines.

• Collaborate with Finance to refine inventory strategies.

• Create efficient return and replacement processes with vendors to expedite the restoration of failed equipment.

• Negotiate warranty conditions and monitor vendor performance regarding RMA execution.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and procurement.

• Proven history of developing processes for forecasting, planning, and managing data center materials for build-out and/or operations.

• Familiarity with data center network and computing hardware (e.g., switches, routers, cables, servers, PDUs, etc.).

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation.

• Generous vacation and parental leave.

• Flexible working hours.