Operations Sourcing Manager, Data Center
Core
Run end-to-end sourcing operations for global data center hardware (compute, networking, racks, mechanical, cabling) to ensure timely delivery and cost optimization for AI infrastructure deployment.
Role type
Senior Operations Sourcing Manager (Data Center Infrastructure)
Builds
Data center hardware supply chain and deployment workflows for Anthropic's AI systems
Domain
AI Infrastructure / Data Center Hardware Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
End-to-end sourcing operations, supplier performance management, commercial negotiation, cross-functional stakeholder alignment, operational rigor under ambiguity, data-driven decision making
Preferred skills
Data center hardware infrastructure experience, OEM/ODM/integrator ecosystem management, large-scale hardware deployment support, operational sourcing instruments (PO management, scorecards, S&OP)
Technologies
Claude (AI assistant for benchmarking, RFx, contract analysis, reporting)
Responsibilities
Run end-to-end sourcing operations across data center hardware categories from supplier engagement through contracts and performance management; Own operational rhythm with suppliers including scorecards and quarterly business reviews; Negotiate commercial terms aligned with deployment plans; Triage supplier issues and drive trade-off decisions with engineering and finance; Build Claude-powered workflows for the sourcing team; Produce deal memos and operational readouts for leadership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic impact
