IT Hardware Procurement Manager - AI/HPC Infrastructure
Core
Strategic architect of the global AI infrastructure supply chain, leading end-to-end sourcing for high-performance compute (HPC) and sovereign AI cloud platforms.
Role type
Senior IC IT Hardware Procurement Manager (AI/HPC Infrastructure)
Builds
Modular AI infrastructure, sovereign and edge AI cloud platforms, rugged deployable compute
Domain
AI/HPC infrastructure, semiconductor supply chain, datacenter hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, vendor ecosystem management, contract lifecycle management, technical risk mitigation, inventory management, cross-functional roadmap alignment, system integration support, sovereign AI compliance, NVIDIA architecture fluency, HPC procurement experience
Preferred skills
Global logistics (APAC/EMEA), modular infrastructure integration, AI workload optimization
Technologies
NVIDIA Grace CPUs, NVLink, InfiniBand, Connect-8, Dell, HP
Responsibilities
Identify and manage Tier 1/2 OEMs and distributors for high-density servers and network gear; Drive end-to-end contract lifecycles including MPAs and SLAs; Monitor global semiconductor trends to mitigate long-lead-time risks; Partner with Systems Engineering to translate technical specs into procurement roadmaps; Oversee procurement of integrated components including GPUs and switches; Architect procurement workflows satisfying security and data residency requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
