Data Center OFE Strategic Sourcing Lead

We are hiring a Strategic Sourcing lead to drive development and execution of procurement strategies to help scale Anthropic's Data Center electrical and mechanical Owner Furnished Equipment (OFE) footprint. You will own end-to-end sourcing strategies for critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure such as generators, switchgear, UPS systems, chillers, and cooling equipment.

• Drive commercial negotiations and Master Purchase Agreements for critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure.
• Audit partner procurement schedules, ensure optimal allocation, and drive cost efficiency.
• Implement frameworks for third-party data center partners and general contractors.
• Develop global inventory strategy including warehousing, third-party logistics, buffer stock, and distribution models.
• Monitor global supply chain volatility and execute contingency plans.
• Translate construction and capacity roadmaps into equipment forecasts and procurement pipelines.
• Partner with Finance to optimize inventory and capital deployment.
• Establish return, repair, and replacement workflows with OEMs.
• Negotiate warranty, startup/commissioning support, and spare parts terms.

• 7+ years experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and procurement.
• Track record of developing processes for forecasting, planning, and managing data center electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with data center electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant domain or equivalent practical experience.

• 10+ years experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and procurement.
• 5+ years experience in data center or critical environment infrastructure.
• Experience with general contractors, MEP integrators, OEMs, and equipment distributors.
• Experience on data center construction programs.
• Familiarity with liquid cooling equipment and battery energy storage systems.
• Leadership and influencing skills.

Annual Salary: $320,000—$320,000 USD

Competitive compensation and benefits, optional equity donation matching, generous vacation and parental leave, flexible working hours.

Deadline to apply: None. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.