AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist

zenlayer· Global Foundation Services (GFS)
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About this role

We are looking for a highly motivated AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist to help expand our AI infrastructure footprint across the United States.


As AI computing demand continues to accelerate, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and securing data center capacity nationwide. You will work closely with internal infrastructure, engineering, operations, and leadership teams to source colocation opportunities, negotiate commercial terms, and build long-term relationships with data center providers, landlords, utilities, and strategic partners.


This role requires frequent travel and is ideal for someone who enjoys building from the ground up in a fast-paced startup environment. Local candidates are preferred, however open to remote-based candidates as well.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Source and evaluate data center opportunities across the United States to support AI infrastructure expansion.
  • Build and maintain relationships with colocation providers, real estate owners, developers, utility companies, and infrastructure partners.
  • Support procurement and commercial negotiations for data center capacity, including pricing, contract terms, and service agreements.
  • Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, deployment, finance, and operations teams to assess site feasibility.
  • Assist with due diligence on power availability, facility readiness, connectivity, and operational requirements.
  • Track market intelligence, including data center availability, power capacity, pricing trends, and regional supply dynamics.
  • Travel extensively throughout the U.S. to visit sites, attend industry meetings, and develop partner relationships.
  • Help establish scalable sourcing processes as the company continues to grow.


Required Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
    • Procurement
    • Strategic Sourcing
    • Data Center Operations
    • Commercial Real Estate
    • Infrastructure Development
    • Facilities Management
    • Utility or Power-related industries
  • Strong communication and relationship management skills.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment.
  • Willingness to travel frequently across the United States (up to 50–70%).
  • Highly organized with strong project management skills.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in one or more of the following is a plus:
  • Data center procurement or capacity sourcing
  • Colocation services
  • Commercial real estate transactions
  • Power infrastructure or utility coordination
  • Site selection
  • Contract negotiation
  • AI/HPC infrastructure
  • Cloud infrastructure ecosystem


Entry-level candidates with strong learning ability are encouraged to apply. Experienced professionals are also welcome.


What We're Looking For

  • We're looking for someone who:
  • Has an entrepreneurial mindset and enjoys solving new challenges.
  • Is resourceful, proactive, and willing to roll up their sleeves.
  • Can build relationships quickly with external partners.
  • Is excited about helping build next-generation AI infrastructure.
  • Thrives in a startup environment where priorities evolve quickly.

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This AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist role at zenlayer is based in Diamond Bar, California, United States, Hybrid. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist role at zenlayer full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist role in the Global Foundation Services (GFS) department at zenlayer.
Which team or department does the AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist at zenlayer belong to?
This AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist position is part of the Global Foundation Services (GFS) department at zenlayer. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist job at zenlayer posted?
This AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist position at zenlayer was posted on Aug 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
AI Infrastructure Procurement Specialist
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