Company Description

Dropbox isn’t just a workplace—it’s a living lab for more enlightened ways of working. We're a global community of bold visionaries and resourceful doers who are shaping the future of Dropbox—and with it the future of work. Our Virtual First model combines the autonomy of a distributed workplace with the power of human connection, making space for both meaningful work and meaningful relationships. With our start-up mindset and enterprise-level opportunities, you can be who you are and grow into who you’re meant to be. Here, you can own your impact to make work more intuitive, joyful, and human—for you as a Dropboxer and for hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If you're ready to push boundaries—and yourself— Dropbox is ready for you.

Team Description

The Dropbox Engineering Team builds the technology that creates more enlightened ways of working for hundreds of millions of people. Every day, our platforms—including Dropbox Dash, Dropbox Sign, and our core sync engine—handle over a billion files for users worldwide, creating engineering challenges as great as the opportunity for impact. Our software engineering team uses a range of technologies to solve interesting problems, including Python, React, Node.js, JavaScript, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Android development. We think like a startup but build for an enterprise, exploring new possibilities that transform how people work. If you're excited about turning complex technical challenges into intuitive solutions at scale, join our Engineering team. Areas of work include Machine Learning Engineers, Infrastructure Engineer, Product SWE Frontend and Backend, Mobile Software Engineers (iOS and Android), Engineering Manager, Data Engineer, Software Development Engineer in Test, Security Engineering, Site Reliability Engineer, Technical Program Managers, Network Engineer, Datacenter Engineer, Technical Supply Chain Manager and more.

Role Description

Dropbox is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager to join the foundations of our Infrastructure team. This person will be responsible for sourcing the network connectivity services needed to deliver the cloud infrastructure that will enable Dropbox to scale beyond our current 1 billion files/day stored by 700M+ users. This role will work with global network carriers to ensure that Dropbox has the network capacity it needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a robust global telecom/network carrier services category strategy based on Dropbox’s infrastructure needs
• Own and lead commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers. Drive the development and negotiation of RFI/RFP proposals for new and existing network infrastructure
• Responsible for maintaining sourcing pipeline and driving benchmarking data, strategy presentations, global budgeting and on-time delivery metrics
• Have region and market expertise to determine specific connectivity routes that meet Dropbox’s network requirements and keep abreast of current industry developments and trends
• Work closely with Network Engineering to identify the best network technology for Dropbox’s global network infrastructure. Lead project initiatives for Dropbox’s global cloud infrastructure network services including metro, long haul, and network colocation
• Develop new supplier engagements and partnerships to enable new network transport/transit/peering/colocation deployments and cost savings opportunities
• Lead Supplier Business Reviews to drive supplier performance and executive alignments. Build long term strategic relationships with key suppliers and industry experts
• Drive alignment with key internal stakeholders including engineering, operations, finance and legal

Requirements

• BA/BS in supply chain, procurement, networking or equivalent with at least 5 years of sourcing experience
• 5+ years of experience in networking technologies
• 5+ years of experience in strategic negotiations obtaining services from network technology providers
• Extensive experience with contract development and supplier management
• Good understanding of domestic and global carrier networks
• Experience interfacing with suppliers and driving results with supply base
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are required

Preferred Qualifications

• Supply Chain, Telecommunications or MBA degree
• 7+ years of sourcing and/or supply chain experience
• Experience in network/telecom field working at cloud service provider
• Experience working and partnering with suppliers at a global scale

Compensation

Dropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone, and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work. A big part of that effort is our support for members and allies of internal groups like Asians at Dropbox, BlackDropboxers, enABLE, TODOS (Latinx), Pridebox (LGBTQ), Vets at Dropbox, and Women at Dropbox.