Anthropic is an AI safety and research company working to build reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems.
Data Center Strategic Sourcing, Network
Location
United States
Posted
28 days ago
Salary
$365K - $435K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Data Center Strategic Sourcing, Network
Anthropic
• Drive commercial negotiations and Master Service Agreements with network OEMs and connectivity providers. • Audit network OEM and carrier procurement schedules, ensuring optimal allocation and cost efficiency. • Implement frameworks for third-party data center and network partners adherence to commercial terms. • Develop a global inventory strategy for network gear to accelerate time-to-deployment. • Monitor global network supply chain volatility and execute contingency plans. • Translate network architecture roadmaps into equipment and connectivity forecasts. • Partner with Finance to optimize network inventory strategy and capex planning. • Establish efficient return and replacement workflows with network vendors.
Job Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and procurement.
- A track record of developing processes for forecasting, planning, and managing network material and connectivity for data center build-out and/or operations.
- Familiarity with data center networking hardware and connectivity (e.g., switches, routers, optics/transceivers, structured cabling, dark fiber, transit, peering).
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant domain or equivalent practical experience.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Optional equity donation matching
- Generous vacation
- Parental leave
- Flexible working hours
- Lovely office space for collaboration
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