Data Center Strategic Partnerships Manager Job at Meta (Bellevue)

Data Center Strategic Partnerships Manager

Meta designs, builds, leases, and operates the most efficient data centers in th...

Location

United States , Bellevue

Salary:

170000.00 - 238000.00 USD / Year

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a directly related field, or equivalent practical experience
5-8 years of total experience primarily in PE firms, investment banking or real estate development with a core focus in infrastructure
Proven track record of supporting large scale multi-party deals
Proven track record of supporting large capital projects leveraging complex structures
Strategic thinker with experience driving decision making in ambiguous environments with experience influencing executive stakeholders
Analytical problem-solving skills, experience being effective in a hands-on work environment, and have a track record of success leading projects and developing complex solutions across multiple stakeholders
Effective collaborator and skilled cross-functional communicator
Demonstrated communication and presentation skills

Job Responsibility

Support the strategic partnerships program by identifying and evaluating potential development partners to enable future data center capacity growth
Lead detailed financial modeling, valuation, and sensitivity analysis of potential investments and partnerships to ensure commercial viability and alignment with Meta's financial objectives and risk profile
Partner with cross-functional teams—including design, engineering, construction, and legal—to help execute the strategic plans required to meet capacity targets
Support the structuring, negotiating, and executing complex, multi-faceted investment partnerships and framework agreements
Manage partner pipelines, tracking supply opportunities and helping deliver on capacity targets while maintaining a focus on cost-efficiency and flexibility
Contribute to the strategic approach for new capacity development, assisting in risk mitigation and the creation of robust contingency plans
Travel domestically and internationally as needed (15%+) to maintain partner relationships and manage project progress

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Manager, Data Center Infrastructure Category Management - Power and Connectivity

Meta develops and deploys global-scale infrastructure, including data centers, n...

Location

United States , Fremont

Salary:

208000.00 - 289000.00 USD / Year

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electrical systems or another relevant technical field, or the equivalent combination of experience
5+ years experience leading and managing teams within an engineering and supply chain organization
Demonstrated understanding of data center infrastructure solutions and technology and supplier roadmaps across power, cooling, connectivity, and controls domains
Demonstrated experience to successfully negotiate large, complex agreements covering a wide range of technologies
Experience working in hyperscale DC environment and/or construction industries
Demonstrated track record of developing and successfully executing complex supply chain strategies in relevant technical or service domains
Experience in NPI launches, product ramp, sustaining support, and end-of-life cycle for data center infrastructure products in a large-scale environment
Experience setting long term sourcing strategy and executing through team members reliably
Demonstrated experience in hiring, training, and developing sourcing teams
Experience in cross functional partnership and enabling the success of others

Job Responsibility

Develop domain strategies to yield optimal economic and supply risk outcomes for all critical data center technology infrastructure
Lead the active management of external partner relationships at the C-suite level, including commercial and supply agreements
Influence internal infrastructure product direction both commercially and technically to yield optimal results
Manage supply chain risks and optionality to ensure the timely delivery of quality infrastructure products globally
Develop sourcing strategies that address the unique needs of supply chain and manufacturing at hyperscale
Lead and develop a world-class strategic sourcing team that anticipates and addresses future needs

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Fulltime

Commercial Sourcing Manager, Data Center Connectivity

Meta's Infrastructure Sourcing team is responsible for securing the supply of cr...

Location

United States , Fremont

Salary:

151000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Year

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or procurement within data center infrastructure, telecommunications, or networking hardware
Experience sourcing connectivity commodities such as fiber optic cables, optical transceivers, structured cabling systems, or related passive and active networking components
Experience leading complex commercial negotiations and managing supplier contracts at scale
Experience developing category strategies and translating technical infrastructure requirements into sourcing and supply chain plans
Experience analyzing supply market dynamics, cost structures, and total cost of ownership to drive sourcing decisions and present recommendations to leadership

Job Responsibility

Develop and own end-to-end category strategies for data center connectivity commodities including fiber optic cables, transceivers, patch panels, structured cabling, and optical interconnect components
Lead complex commercial negotiations with Tier 1 and Tier 2 connectivity hardware suppliers, securing favorable pricing, lead times, and contractual terms aligned with Meta's infrastructure roadmap
Build and manage a diversified supplier base for connectivity components, conducting capability assessments, qualification activities, and ongoing performance reviews
Partner with network engineering, data center design, and capacity planning teams to translate technical requirements into sourcing strategies and supplier roadmaps
Analyze total cost of ownership across the connectivity supply chain, identifying opportunities for cost reduction through design-to-cost initiatives, volume leverage, and supplier consolidation
Monitor global supply and demand dynamics, component lead times, and geopolitical risks affecting the fiber optic and optical networking supply chain, developing mitigation strategies accordingly
Drive supplier development programs to improve quality, delivery performance, and technology readiness for next-generation connectivity solutions
Establish and track key performance indicators for supplier delivery, quality, and cost, presenting findings and recommendations to cross-functional leadership
Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives in partnership with legal, finance, network engineering, and construction teams to support new data center programs and technology transitions
Define and implement long-term commodity strategies that align supplier capacity commitments with Meta's multi-year infrastructure investment plans

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Commercial Sourcing Manager, Data Center Connectivity

As a Sourcing Manager for Connectivity Fiber Optic, you will be responsible for ...

Location

United States , Menlo Park

Salary:

151000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Year

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or business field, or equivalent experience in commodity management for fiber optic/connectivity equipment in a high-tech environment
8+ years of experience in business or supply chain management, with a focus on data center connectivity, fiber optic infrastructure, cloud service providers, or hardware supply chain
Experience working with internal and external partners in ambiguous, cross-functional environments
In-depth understanding of “should cost” modeling and make vs. buy trade-offs for fiber optic commodities
Analytical skills for complex data analysis and informed decision-making
Demonstrated experience influencing, negotiating, building consensus, and making key decisions in the fiber optic or connectivity domain
Experience improving supply chain and supplier performance, including use of cost models and objective-based performance measures for fiber optic/connectivity commodities

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with fiber optic and connectivity vendors. Implement and manage performance metrics (e.g., scorecards), conduct regular business reviews, and foster collaborative relationships to ensure Meta’s commercial and technical requirements are met
Ensure business metrics are met throughout the lifecycle—from manufacturing and testing, through delivery, installation, and operation at the data center
Partner with teams including Data Center Equipment, Infra Site Services, Edge & Network Services, Infrastructure Engineering, Data Center Construction, Corporate Legal, New Tech Operations and Planning, Global Sourcing, Supply Chain Analytics, and Finance
Maintain current knowledge of fiber optic technology, connectivity trends, and competitive offerings. Perform market and competitive analysis to inform sourcing strategies
Define and drive core business metrics and risk indicators for fiber optic supply chain health. Provide metrics and insights for quarterly business reviews
Lead supplier proposals, RFP/RFI/RFQ processes, and business awards for fiber optic connectivity. Resolve commercial and technical queries, develop negotiation strategies, and lead contract negotiations (MPA, MSA, SOW)
Own and provide market and actual unit/total cost data for fiber optic commodities, including development of should-cost models
Drive critical operations related to supply assurance and capacity planning. Partner with Demand/Supply teams for accurate demand forecasting, materials management, qualification, reliability management, and supply allocation decisions

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AI Supply Program Development Manager - Data Center Construction

This role is critical in supporting Infra Data Centers (IDC) capacity planning e...

Location

United States , Menlo Park

Salary:

170000.00 - 238000.00 USD / Year

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a directly related field, or equivalent practical experience
10+ years direct professional experience in project planning and construction management
Demonstrated knowledge to understand the design and deployment of technical electrical, mechanical and connectivity systems
Experience in commercial construction management (pre-construction, contracting, scheduling, estimating, cost management)
Knowledge of how to build, update, and apply the information found in project schedules including identification of the critical path
Coordination skills to lead a team of broad backgrounds and experience towards a single project outcome
Demonstrated experience in communication and reporting skills

Job Responsibility

Develop, assess and accurately report on planning project's cost, schedule and risk for each quarter/bi-annual/monthly submissions
Set strategy in partnership with Data Center and Network teams, Finance and Capacity teams to determine future connectivity and retrofit work
Providing feedback and pertinent information to cross-functional partners and peers to enable accurate delivery of a coordinated AI Supply Plan
Driving and holding upstream teams accountable for decision making and deliverables
Coordinating with internal design and construction partners to deliver a comprehensive plan that represents cost/schedule/risk accurately
Communicating and reporting to leadership on status of future work planning
Coordinate and communicate the plan across internal teams, enabling the execution teams to move forward with the approved plan
Creating and maintaining CapEx budgets for projects in the planning space
Creating and maintaining P6 schedules for projects in the planning space, including end to end schedule reporting
Creating a strategy and framework for risk reporting and communication as part of the Capacity Plan

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Fulltime

Strategic Partnerships Manager

The Strategic Partnerships Manager will drive deeper expansion into the data cen...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

Not provided

Valvoline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field
7+ years of experience in business development, sales, or technical roles with at least 3 years in the data center, semiconductor, or related industries
Solid understanding of data center infrastructure or cooling technologies, or ability to learn quickly
Professional judgment in partner-facing situations
Comfort working with executives and technical teams alike
Ability to build new relationships and pursue proactive outreach
Strong business development and communication skills
Ability to manage pipeline activity using CRM tools such as Salesforce
Capable of working independently and collaboratively across teams
This role requires significant travel to client sites, industry events, and partner meetings, accounting for up to 50% of the time

Job Responsibility

Identify, qualify, and develop relationships with chipmakers, server OEMs, cooling hardware providers, engineering firms, and reseller partners
Build credibility through consistent follow-up, thoughtful communication, and professional representation of Valvoline
Support early business discussions, alignment efforts, and partnership development activities
Conduct regular outbound outreach to generate new opportunities, including with engineering firms and reseller organizations that influence or specify cooling designs
Build and manage the opportunity pipeline in Salesforce, ensuring accurate updates and clear visibility for cross-functional planning
Track partner interactions, prospects, and follow-up items to maintain strong momentum across the funnel
Engage R&D and technical resources when needed to support customer conversations
Assist with technical presentations, sample coordination, proof-of-concept activities, and fluid approvals with OEMs, engineering firms, and resellers
Represent Valvoline at industry events, conferences, and partner gatherings to increase awareness and create new business opportunities
Drive timely follow-up from events and networking activities to convert conversations into actionable leads

What we offer

Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
Health Savings Account (with employer-base deposit and match)
Flexible spending accounts
Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
Incentive opportunity*
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays*
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts

Fulltime

Commercial Sourcing Manager, Data Center Equipment and Integration

As a Commercial Sourcing Manager for Data Center Equipment & Integration, you wi...

Location

United States , Fremont

Salary:

151000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Year

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or business field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in commodity management in a high-tech environment
10+ years of experience in business or supply chain management, with a focus on data center equipment, off-site manufacturing, power, cooling, compute, artificial intelligence systems, or hardware supply chain and associated industries
Experience interfacing with internal and external partners in often ambiguous and cross-functional environments, requiring a wide latitude for judgment while coordinating people and technical resources
In-depth understanding of “should cost” modeling and trade-offs of make vs buy for data center equipment
Experience analyzing complex data and making informed decisions
Demonstrated experience influencing, negotiating, building consensus, and making key decisions
Experience in improving supply chain and supplier performance, including the use of cost models and objective-based performance measures in data center equipment commodities

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain strategic vendor partnerships for data center equipment and off-site manufacturing/integration through effective relationship management, including implementing and managing performance metrics (e.g., scorecards), conducting regular business reviews to assess performance and identify areas for improvement, and fostering collaborative relationships with key vendors to drive business growth and ensure Meta’s commercial and technical requirements are met
Ensure business metrics are met throughout the end-to-end process, from manufacturing through to delivery and operation at the data center
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Quality, Strategic Engineering and Design, Global Site Sourcing, Data Center Facility Operations, Data Center Construction, Connectivity, and Partnership
Maintain current knowledge of technology and industry trends for data center equipment and perform analysis on relevant offerings
Manage operations and improve the business by defining and driving core business metrics and risk indicators. Provide metrics to quarterly business reviews to measure supply chain health and forward-looking risk
Drive supplier proposals, RFP/RFI/RFQ, and business awards. Resolve all commercial and technical queries arising from the quote process. Develop negotiation strategy and approach, acceptable terms and conditions, and lead the negotiation team through to closure
Negotiate contracts, including Master Purchase Agreements (MPA), Master Service Agreements (MSA), and Statements of Work (SOW), with a demonstrated understanding of key terms and conditions
Own and provide market and actual unit and total cost data, including development of should-cost models for data center equipment
Drive all critical operations related to assurance of supply and capacity through partnership with Demand/Supply team for accurate demand forecasting, materials management, qualification and reliability management, and supply allocation decisions

What we offer

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Fulltime

Data Center Program Manager

As a Microsoft Data Center Project Manager (DCPM), you will perform troubleshoot...

Location

United States , Boydton

Salary:

81400.00 - 161800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Qualification or equivalent AND 2+ years experience supporting IT equipment or related technology or delivering server and network deployment projects in large-scale environments OR equivalent experience
Bachelor's or Technical College Degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field AND 5+ years experience in critical environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU), or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling) OR High School Qualification or equivalent AND 7+ years experience in critical environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU), or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling) OR equivalent experience
Applicable certifications: APICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications, PMP, ITIL, CDCP
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter
Citizenship Verification: This position requires verification of US Citizenship to meet federal government security requirements
Criminal Justice Information Services: This position may require passing a background check conducted through the CJIS criminal justice information system by authorized local, state, and/or federal agencies.

Job Responsibility

Follows and adheres to processes and policy(ies) provided by security and safety governing partners
Reports immediately any safety or security issues or concerns
Participates in safety and security related Root Cause Analysis (RCA) processes as appropriate
Makes recommendations for improvements to safety and security processes or procedures
Fosters and exhibits a culture of safety
Ensures no unauthorized or unescorted personnel access in secured production environments, ensuring alignment with security practices and standards
Manages and regularly audits physical access lists for personnel accessing secured production environments and related systems
Conducts security risk assessments of data center operations and assesses the design, build, and delivery of technology, tools, data, and processes to meet high security standards with minimal guidance
Documents and tracks security Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and identifies and escalates action items
Demonstrates conscientiousness on cost and adheres to budget requirements

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