Director of Procurement – Equipment and Contracts

Cerebras Systems

Director of Procurement leading sourcing and contracting for data center infrastructure at Cerebras Systems. Securing capacity, negotiating terms, and ensuring timely delivery for rapid AI deployment.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $280,000 - $350,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own procurement strategy for all data center equipment including electrical, mechanical, and IT infrastructure
Lead sourcing and contracting for major equipment packages (switchgear, transformers, UPS, generators, cooling systems, racks)
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, lead times, and risk allocation with suppliers and contractors
Develop and manage master service agreements (MSAs), purchase agreements, and vendor contracts
Drive cost optimization while maintaining speed and quality of delivery
Partner with construction and engineering teams to align procurement with deployment schedules
Manage supplier performance, ensuring on-time delivery and quality compliance
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including long-lead constraints and market volatility
Build strategic relationships with key OEMs and vendors
Establish scalable procurement processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms
Track and forecast spend across multiple projects and regions
Lead contract negotiations for EPCs, GCs, and major vendors
Define contract structures that align incentives with schedule and performance outcomes
Manage change orders, claims, and commercial disputes
Ensure clear scope definition and risk allocation across all agreements
Standardize contract templates for rapid deployment across multiple sites
Partner with legal and finance to ensure compliance and governance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

12–15+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain for large-scale infrastructure projects
Strong experience in data center, mission-critical, or industrial environments
Deep knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment supply chains
Proven ability to negotiate complex, high-value contracts
Experience managing global suppliers and multi-site programs
Strong financial acumen and cost management expertise
Ability to operate in a fast-moving, ambiguous startup environment
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development
Bonuses

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurement strategysourcingcontract negotiationcost optimizationsupplier performance managementrisk mitigationcontract managementfinancial acumenvendor managementsupply chain management

Soft Skills

stakeholder managementcommunication skillsleadershipstrategic relationship buildingproblem-solvingadaptabilitynegotiationteam collaborationorganizational skillsdecision-making