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CloudflareGlobal Vendor Manager, Data Center Infrastructure
Cloudflare is seeking a Global Vendor Manager for Data Center Infrastructure to join the team and help build and accelerate a better Internet. Cloudflare operates a…
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Cloudflare is seeking a Global Vendor Manager for Data Center Infrastructure to join the team and help build and accelerate a better Internet. Cloudflare operates a massive global network that protects and optimizes millions of internet properties, ranging from individual blogs to major enterprises. In this role, you will oversee the global sourcing, qualification, onboarding, and ongoing management of suppliers responsible for critical data center infrastructure services. Your work will…
Job Description
Cloudflare is seeking a Global Vendor Manager for Data Center Infrastructure to join the team and help build and accelerate a better Internet. Cloudflare operates a massive global network that protects and optimizes millions of internet properties, ranging from individual blogs to major enterprises. In this role, you will oversee the global sourcing, qualification, onboarding, and ongoing management of suppliers responsible for critical data center infrastructure services. Your work will encompass structured cabling, power systems, cooling deployments, space fitouts, and testing services. You will act as the primary commercial and technical bridge between Cloudflare and external vendors, ensuring high standards of execution, cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and technical compliance across multiple regions. This position requires deep engineering knowledge of data center design, electrical loads, and thermal management to critically evaluate technical proposals and negotiate advantageous master agreements. The role is well-suited for experienced supply chain or procurement professionals who have a technical background in critical facilities, construction, or data center engineering and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for data center infrastructure categories including structured cabling, power systems, cooling equipment, space fitout, fire suppression, and commissioning
- Conduct technical capability reviews, capability assessments, and reference site visits to qualify suppliers
- Negotiate master service agreements, statements of work, and pricing frameworks that balance cost competitiveness and risk allocation
- Design and implement supplier performance scorecards to track delivery timelines, technical quality, safety, and warranty response times
- Partner with internal engineering, operations, finance, and legal teams to align vendor selection with technical requirements and budgets
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier management within data center infrastructure, construction, or critical facilities
- Technical knowledge of electrical load calculations, UPS sizing, generator capacity, cooling sizing, airflow requirements, and containment strategies
- Proven experience negotiating commercial agreements and managing infrastructure supplier relationships end-to-end
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple sourcing initiatives across distributed global teams
- Proficiency in Google Workspace applications and familiarity with procurement, contract management, or ERP systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, or Supply Chain
- Professional certifications such as BICSI RCDD, DCDC, OSP, CDCP, CDCE, a professional engineering license, PMP, CPSM, CPM, or CSCP
- Hands-on background in data center construction, infrastructure deployment, or commissioning as an engineer or project manager
- Familiarity with TIA-942, Uptime Institute Tier Standards, ASHRAE guidelines, and NFPA standards
Core Skills
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside flexible spending and commuter spending accounts
- Fertility and family forming benefits, plus on-demand mental health support and an Employee Assistance Program
- Global travel medical insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and accident insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan and employee stock participation plan
- Flexible paid time off for vacation and sick leave, plus parental, pregnancy health, medical, and bereavement leave
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What is the remote work policy for this position?
The source posting lists the employment type as remote, with available locations specified as Atlanta, Austin, Denver, Seattle, and Washington D.C.
What is the application deadline?
Applications will be accepted until November 25, 2026.
What salary does Cloudflare offer for this role?
Estimated annual salaries vary by location: 93,000 to 128,000 USD for Denver, and 104,000 to 143,000 USD for Seattle and Washington D.C. Salaries for other locations are not specified.
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