Data Center Strategic Sourcing Lead
About The Position
We are hiring an Strategic Sourcing lead to drive development and execution of procurement strategies to help scale Anthropic’s Data Center IT equipment footprint. In this role, you will own end-to-end sourcing strategies for critical IT infrastructure such as fiber, network switch gear, and high performance compute systems. You will partner closely with engineering, demand planning, and third-parties to drive hardware availability, establish vendor relationships, and negotiate commercial agreements. As a sourcing lead focused on key Data Center equipment you will play a critical role in helping Anthropic to achieve its ambitious scaling goals.
Requirements
- Have 7+ years experience in supply chain management, sourcing and procurement
- Have a track record of developing processes for forecasting, planning, and managing data center material for build-out and/or operations.
- Are familiar with data center network and compute hardware (e.g. switches, routers, cables, servers, PDUs, etc).
- Possess a bachelor's degree in relevant domain or equivalent practical experience.
Nice To Haves
- 10+ years experience in supply chain management, sourcing and procurement.
- 5+ years experience in data center infrastructure.
- Experience working with general contractors, integrators and suppliers.
- Experience working on data center construction programs.
- Leadership and influencing skills.
Responsibilities
- Drive commercial negotiations and Master Service Agreements for critical IT infrastructure such as networking equipment, fiber connectivity, compute hardware.
- Audit partner procurement schedules, ensure optimal allocation, and drive cost efficiency of supply in constrained markets.
- Implement frameworks for ensuring third-party datacenter partners adhere to commercial equipment terms and technical specifications.
- Develop global inventory strategy including warehousing, third-party logistics, buffer stock, and distribution models to accelerate time to market and improve availability
- Proactively monitor global supply chain volatility and execute contingency plans to avoid critical project delays.
- Translate technical roadmaps into equipment forecasts and procurement pipelines.
- Partner with Finance to optimize inventory strategy.
- Establish efficient return and replacement workflows with vendors to restore failed equipment quickly.
- Negotiate warranty terms and track vendor performance on RMA execution.
Benefits
- competitive compensation and benefits
- optional equity donation matching
- generous vacation and parental leave
- flexible working hours
- a lovely office space in which to collaborate with colleagues.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
