Infrastructure Sourcing Lead, Data Center Delivery

Tiktok • San Jose, CA

80d

About The Position

To support the fast growth and manage the massive content on the platform, our infrastructure team is building hyper-scale datacenters globally that host hundreds of thousands of servers. We are looking for a comprehensive procurement leader responsible for Data Center Construction and Delivery, including construction, Cabling and service contracts to enable data center delivery to a high standard and timely manner. You will work closely with Strategy, Data Center Engineering, Operation, Capacity Planning and Global Supply Chain teams to manage construction and service projects in AMER and EMEA. By partnering with cross regional and functional team members, you will be able to develop compelling procurement solutions which will support strategic projects and drive business impact. The ideal candidate should be comfortable managing complex projects and building constructive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of site acquisition managers and/or sourcing managers who focus on hyperscale datacenter opportunities
• Understand business need from cross-functional team, engage and bring qualified suppliers onboard and drive end to end procurement process, including source, negotiate and execute contracts, monitor project deliverables and key milestones, and manage supplier contractual obligations/violations.
• Familiar with data center ecosystems, with practical knowledge and experience engaging and contracting with major providers and solutions.
• Provide procurement solutions and practices, including portfolio management, total cost analysis, risk assessment, and overall procurement management to internal and external stakeholders.
• Build constructive and sustainable partnerships with key business stakeholders and establish category intelligence to keep up with the market and technology development.
• Manage supplier portfolios and develop long-term procurement strategy.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees