Data Center Strategic Sourcing Lead (AI)

TL;DR

Data Center Strategic Sourcing Lead (AI): Driving procurement strategies and commercial negotiations for critical IT infrastructure to scale data center operations with an accent on hardware availability, cost efficiency, and supply chain resilience. Focus on managing complex vendor relationships, forecasting equipment needs, and implementing global inventory strategies to support large-scale AI research infrastructure.

Location: Must be based in the United States; role requires at least 25% time in office.

Salary: $365,000 - $435,000 USD

Company

Anthropic is an AI safety and research company dedicated to building reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems.

What you will do

• Drive commercial negotiations and Master Service Agreements for networking equipment, fiber connectivity, and compute hardware.
• Audit procurement schedules and ensure optimal allocation to drive cost efficiency in constrained markets.
• Develop global inventory strategies including warehousing, logistics, and buffer stock models.
• Monitor global supply chain volatility and execute contingency plans to prevent project delays.
• Translate technical roadmaps into equipment forecasts and procurement pipelines.
• Negotiate warranty terms and track vendor performance on RMA execution.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and procurement.
• Track record of developing processes for forecasting and managing data center material.
• Familiarity with data center network and compute hardware such as switches, routers, and servers.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
• Must be based in the United States and able to work in a hybrid capacity.

Nice to have

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management and sourcing.
• 5+ years of experience in data center infrastructure.
• Experience working with general contractors, integrators, and suppliers.
• Experience working on data center construction programs.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and generous vacation policy.
• Supportive office environment designed for collaboration.
• Visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale AI research.