Technical Sourcing Manager, Network Hardware
€41k - €56k • Hybrid
Posted 4d ago
Job Location
Hybrid
Remote Work Policy
On-site
Categories
Applied AI Engineer
About the job
We are seeking a Global Commodity Sourcing Manager to lead our commercial hardware engagement and strategic silicon procurement for Cloudflare's 200+ data centers. You will drive ambitious goals around technology cost, quality, and supply while partnering with key internal stakeholders. Complementing this strategic focus, you will also bridge the gap between procurement and physical deployment. By guiding infrastructure processes and remote contractors, you will ensure the cutting-edge hardware you source seamlessly integrates into our rapidly expanding global network.
Responsibilities
- Own procurement efforts across network hardware, including routers, switches, and interconnect commodities.
- Develop long-term Total Cost of Ownership targets and lead complex, multi-party negotiations to hit vital supply goals.
- Oversee adherence to delivery terms of network maintenance and support contracts, managing yearly contracts with up-to-date asset inventory lists.
- Introduce robust evaluation processes (e.g., RFX, QBR) for vendors and partner closely with hardware engineering on new technologies.
- Coordinate global infrastructure installations by managing the inflow of supply from hardware manufacturers against worldwide deployment schedules.
- Aggressively seek automation opportunities and assist with the definition of consistent physical deployment processes across all datacenter regions.
Requirements
- 5 years of experience working with networking equipment OEMs.
- Direct experience executing complex datacenter infrastructure projects in a rapidly changing environment.
- Deep understanding of the commercial benefits of hardware technologies, paired with practical knowledge of physical datacenter networking.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex details to both technical and non-technical, internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated 'AI-native curiosity' with an instinct to spot normalized problems and create solutions using the latest tools.
- Basic experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., generative AI, LLMs, or AI-driven data analytics) to optimize daily workflows, summarize vendor contracts, or accelerate data analysis.
- An engineering or heavy analytical background to support deep-dive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling.
Benefits
- Equity plan
- Health care expenses support
- Caregiving support
- Capital building for the future