Network Acquisition and Delivery Manager

Job Description The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) team delivers mission-critical applications for premier enterprises around the world. Our cloud offers unmatched hyper-scale, multi-tenant services deployed in more than 30 regions worldwide. Our Network Acquisition and Delivery group is responsible for delivering critical circuit infrastructure (Backbone, Metro, IP Transit, etc.) for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and all other Oracle business units, including Oracle Health and Oracle CorpNet. We are seeking a driven, strategic, technical Network Acquisition Manager with experience supporting a high-growth technology business. This position will work within the Network Acquisition and Delivery team within OCI Networking and will independently manage the acquisition and delivery of key network infrastructure in EMEA and JAPAC. A successful candidate will have a blend of business knowledge, vendor relationships, regional expertise and technical skills that enables them to deliver mission critical network infrastructure to support Oracle's growth in the regions mentioned. The ideal candidate will operate independently across our organization, partnering with other leaders within Networking, Data Center, Region Build, Engineering and Operations. They will be accountable to ideate for and deliver on our critical projects, own monthly business review preparation, and contribute to vendor business reviews. They will also be responsible developing internal interval measurement mechanisms, while leading the team to improve efficiencies in the delivery process. At Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), we build the future of the cloud for Enterprises as a diverse team of fellow creators and inventors. We act with the speed and attitude of a start-up, with the scale and customer-focus of the leading enterprise software company in the world. Values are OCI’s foundation and how we deliver excellence. We strive for equity, inclusion, and respect for all. We are committed to the greater good in our products and our actions. We are constantly learning and taking opportunities to grow our careers and ourselves. We challenge each other to stretch beyond our past to build our future. You are the builder here. You will be part of a team of really smart, motivated, and diverse people and given the autonomy and support to do your best work. It is a dynamic and flexible workplace where you’ll belong and be encouraged. 5+ years of experience delivering network infrastructure in the Telecom, Datacenter, or Cloud Infrastructure industries. Technical background in dark fiber, MOFN, managed wavelengths and IP services Experience working cross functional with engineering, operations, and capacity planning teams.  Ability to work independently and propose solutions. Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. Highly proficient in Jira, Excel, PowerPoint, and Confluence. Responsibilities Manage a vendor and a circuit delivery pipeline to deploy crucial network infrastructure on/before time for Oracle’s internal and external customers Leverage regional knowledge and vendor relationships to drive critical deliveries on time Work across teams to design and launch new processes, institute process improvements and automation, and ensure the achievement of process objectives.  Abstract, organize, and structure process, objectives, and workflows. Create and automate reporting, including monthly business reviews (MBRs). Run programs independently, including critical projects, executive project reporting and execution. Manage both technical and non-technical projects. Identify and remove blockers for Oracle teams in the region Qualifications Career Level - IC3