Global Contracts Negotiation Lead — Infrastructure & Partnerships

Google LLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Google's Strategic Negotiation team secures infrastructure globally by negotiating deals and managing vendor relationships to support data centers, cables, and other essential assets.

As a Strategic Negotiator, you will lead cross-functional programs, oversee contractual needs for Cable Landing Stations, and collaborate with peers, managers, and executives to drive cost savings and ensure consistent contracting and performance across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience leading negotiations or business development.
• Experience in people management.

Responsibilities

• Lead GC pre-qualification and selection, managing procurement from RFP to contract execution.
• Develop high-fidelity parametric budget forecasts and implement controls to manage cash flow.
• Craft integrated management schedules that synchronize site due diligence, design milestones, and equipment lead times.
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of Owner-Furnished Equipment (OFE) from sourcing to on-site delivery.
• Oversee on-site agreement administration support staff and contractual requirements for delivery teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

10 years of experience leading negotiations or business development

Experience in people management

Job description

Google's Strategic Negotiation team secures infrastructure globally by negotiating deals and managing vendor relationships to support data centers, cables, and other essential assets.

As a Strategic Negotiator, you will lead cross-functional programs, oversee contractual needs for Cable Landing Stations, and collaborate with peers, managers, and executives to drive cost savings and ensure consistent contracting and performance across projects.