Strategic Vendor Lead

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary owner for strategic vendor relationships supporting OCI data center operations.
• Lead end-to-end vendor lifecycle activities including sourcing, onboarding, performance management, and renewal planning.
• Support the development, negotiation, and governance of Master Service Agreements (MSAs), SOWs, and SLAs.
• Drive vendor accountability through structured performance reviews, escalation management, and corrective action planning.
• Analyze operational trends and vendor performance data to identify risks and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate execution activities across Site Operations, Engineering, Construction, Procurement, and Legal teams.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in vendor management, supplier relationship management, or operational leadership.
• Experience managing vendors within critical infrastructure, hyperscale data centers, utilities, or construction environments.
• Strong understanding of contract governance, SLA management, and KPI development.
• Proven ability to manage escalations and operational risk in fast-paced environments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications in vendor management, procurement, or operations (e.g., CPSM, PMP, Lean Six Sigma).
• Experience supporting hyperscale cloud infrastructure or mission-critical facility operations.
• Familiarity with compliance, safety, and risk management frameworks for critical infrastructure.
• Experience leading vendor governance programs across multi-site or regional operations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match.
• Paid time off including flexible vacation and 11 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

About the Company

Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. With AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all.