Data Center Account Manager

Akamai • Cambridge, MA

5d • $88,900 - $160,100 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our Data Center Strategy Team at Akamai, where we build standard-setting edge infrastructure and secure cloud platform solutions. Our team leads critical project implementations that power global operations, collaborating across regions to build reliable, high-performing facilities. As a Data Center Account Manager, you will partner with a team of global Account Managers to provide the best possible outcomes with Data Center Operators. You will define strategy and cost savings to improve performance while ensuring Akamai meets its targets for growth and environmental sustainability.

Requirements

• 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Data Center Account Management or in a related field or its equivalent
• Excellent commercial and contractual negotiation skills, the ability to identify creative ideas for complex negotiation situations including NNN leasing structures & powered shell transactions
• Solid knowledge and work experience on the Internet, Interconnection space and Data Center marketplace
• Possess excellent data analysis skills, understanding of how to manage complex technical projects
• Demonstrate excellent organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Possess excellent communication skills and a desire to negotiate partnerships within technical and business constraints

Responsibilities

• Developing relationships with Data Center Operators to meet Akamai's needs for deploying high density servers
• Organizing regular business reviews with Data Centers to plan upcoming projects
• Analyzing the Data Center landscape to identify the right technical and commercial terms
• Working closely with existing and new Partners and Vendors to identify cost effective business relationships and then executing those agreements
• Managing contract negotiations to ensure Akamai's platforms can scale efficiently and support our customers increasing demands
• Ensuring capacity is upgraded in a timely/effective manner by working closely with internal and external provisioning teams

Benefits

• Healthcare
• 401K savings plan
• Company holidays
• Vacation (in the form of PTO)
• Sick time
• Family friendly benefits including parental leave
• Employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level