Requirements
The role requires experience in network planning, specifically with subsea providers and data center partners. Key responsibilities include leading business development, negotiating connectivity agreements, developing TCO models, and managing strategic relationships with subsea providers. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Finance, Business Analysis & Consulting
Company Industry
Software & Internet Services
Job description
As a network planner for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), you'll play a crucial role in expanding and scaling our next-generation cloud services. You'll be part of the Global Network Planning Group, making strategic decisions that shape our network infrastructure, data center subsea strategy, and market presence. This position will have you leverage your strong relationships with subsea providers, which is crucial for OCI's growth and operational efficiency. The below key responsibilities and qualifications highlight the strategic nature of these partnerships and the need for a proactive, collaborative approach to vendor management in the subsea space.
Responsibilities
Lead business development initiatives for network growth by evaluating and selecting optimal data center partners and locations.
Negotiate connectivity agreements and commercial deals that meet technical requirements and support growth.
Develop TCO models for deal analysis in new and existing markets.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on long term subsea strategy with business objectives.
Facilitate open communication channels between OCI's technical teams and subsea providers' operations teams.
Represent OCI to senior technical leaders and executives at partner companies.
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with a diverse portfolio of subsea partners and data center operators.
Negotiate favorable terms, SLAs, and pricing structures with subsea providers, ensuring alignment with OCI's growth plans.
Stay informed about industry trends, mergers and acquisitions, and new market entrants in the subsea space.
Document decisions and recommendations to internal technical leadership as well as VPs and SVPs.
Qualifications
Career level - IC4
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