Supply Chain Lead, Data Center Infrastructure

Anthropic•Seattle, WA

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

Anthropic is rapidly scaling our compute infrastructure to support the development of safe and beneficial AI systems. We're looking for a Supply Chain Lead to build and lead our data center infrastructure supply chain function from the ground up. This role is critical to ensuring we can secure the mechanical, electrical, and structural materials needed to build world-class data centers—on time and at competitive prices. You'll be responsible for developing a comprehensive supply chain strategy for MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) equipment, steel, and other long-lead items that enable our data center construction programs. This is not a role for managing an existing playbook—you'll be creating the strategy, processes, and vendor relationships that will support Anthropic's infrastructure growth for years to come. This individual contributor role reports to the Head of Data Center Infrastructure and operates with significant autonomy.

Requirements

Have 8-12 years of experience in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, or procurement, with significant experience in data center, industrial construction, or infrastructure projects
Have experience procuring MEP equipment (generators, switchgear, cooling systems, etc.), structural steel, or other long-lead construction materials
Have built supply chain programs or functions from scratch, rather than solely operating within established frameworks
Can work effectively with internal demand forecasts and translate them into actionable procurement strategies
Have strong vendor evaluation and negotiation skills, with a track record of securing favorable terms and reliable supply
Are comfortable working autonomously and making strategic decisions with limited precedent
Can communicate effectively with technical teams (engineering) and business stakeholders alike
Are highly organized and can manage multiple workstreams across different stages of development
Thrive in fast-paced environments where priorities evolve and require adaptability

Nice To Haves

Direct experience supporting hyperscale data center construction programs
Relationships with major MEP equipment manufacturers or distributors
Experience with supply chain risk management and developing multi-source strategies
Background in construction management, mechanical/electrical engineering, or related technical fields
Experience working at rapidly scaling technology or infrastructure companies
Familiarity with sustainability considerations in data center equipment sourcing

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy for data center infrastructure, including MEP equipment, steel, structural components, and other long-lead materials (excluding IT equipment)
Partner with internal stakeholders to translate demand forecasts into forward-looking procurement requirements and supply chain plans
Collaborate with engineering teams to understand future design criteria and anticipate material and equipment needs for upcoming builds
Identify, evaluate, and qualify new vendors, assessing their capabilities, capacity, financial stability, and ability to deliver on schedule
Build relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable allocation and priority during periods of constrained supply
Negotiate contracts and pricing structures that balance cost, quality, and supply security
Build programs that enable construction partners to secure equipment at competitive prices while meeting aggressive delivery timelines
Oversee construction partners' own procurement plans to avoid risk
Define procurement quality requirements and hold construction partners accountable end-to-end — from engineering specification approval prior to order commitment through appropriate acceptance verification (eg FAT or quality inspections) at delivery
Develop risk mitigation strategies to address supply chain disruptions, single-source dependencies, and market volatility
Create and maintain visibility into supply chain performance through metrics, dashboards, and reporting
Stay current on market conditions, lead times, and emerging technologies relevant to data center construction