Serverfarm

About Serverfarm

Sustainable data center management for modern enterprises

🏢 Tech👥 51-200📅 Founded 1999📍 El Segundo, California, United States

Key Highlights

  • Headquartered in El Segundo, California
  • Over 24 years of experience in data center operations
  • Specializes in Data Center Management as a Service (DCMaaS)
  • Serves a diverse range of enterprise clients

Serverfarm, headquartered in El Segundo, California, is a prominent data center developer and operator specializing in Data Center Management as a Service (DCMaaS). With over 24 years of experience, Serverfarm serves a diverse range of enterprise clients, helping them optimize operational efficienci...

🎁 Benefits

Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, flexible PTO, and a remote work policy that promotes work-life balance....

🌟 Culture

Serverfarm fosters a culture centered around sustainability and innovation, encouraging employees to contribute ideas that drive efficiency and modern...

Overview

Serverfarm is hiring a Sourcing Manager to oversee the procurement of electrical equipment for data centers. You'll be responsible for sourcing high voltage substations, medium voltage switchgear, and UPS systems. This role requires experience in sourcing and contracting within the electrical equipment sector.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a strong background in sourcing and procurement, particularly in electrical equipment for data centers. Your attention to detail ensures that you can manage complex contracts and purchasing processes effectively. You understand the importance of timely sourcing to support construction schedules and operational efficiency. Your experience in the data center industry gives you insights into the specific equipment needs and challenges faced in this sector.

You are detail-oriented and possess excellent negotiation skills, allowing you to secure favorable terms with suppliers. Your ability to analyze market trends and supplier capabilities enables you to make informed decisions that align with the company's growth objectives. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure that sourcing strategies meet project timelines and quality standards.

What you'll do

As a Sourcing Manager at Serverfarm, you will oversee the procurement of electrical equipment essential for our data center operations. This includes high voltage substations, medium voltage switchgear, low voltage switchgear, UPS, and PDU systems. You will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies that align with our growth targets and operational needs. Your role will involve negotiating contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and managing supplier relationships to foster collaboration and innovation.

You will analyze supplier performance and market conditions to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that all sourcing activities support the construction schedules and operational requirements of our data centers. Your insights will help shape our procurement strategy as we expand our global operations and adapt to the evolving demands of the data center industry.

What we offer

At Serverfarm, you will be part of a dynamic team that is at the forefront of digital infrastructure innovation. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development and career growth. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable data centers and be part of a company that values innovation and collaboration.

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