Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Infrastructure: Mechanical
Core
Develop and execute commercial strategies for sourcing critical mechanical infrastructure systems (cooling, electrical, structural) for hyperscale AI data center campuses.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (data center mechanical infrastructure)
Builds
Resilient global supply networks for mission-critical AI infrastructure campuses
Domain
AI infrastructure / Hyperscale data centers / Mechanical engineering systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, supplier relationship management, supply chain risk mitigation, financial analysis, market intelligence, contract strategy, supplier performance management
Preferred skills
Sourcing prefabricated electrical skids/e-houses, modular cooling plants, structural steel, piping systems, EPC partner management, long-lead equipment planning
Technologies
Heat exchangers, pumps, chillers, VFD, CRAH, CRAC, Air Handling Units, structural steel, stainless steel piping
Responsibilities
Develop long-term sourcing strategies for data center infrastructure systems; Lead strategic supplier selection, RFx processes, and contract execution; Build executive relationships with suppliers and EPC firms; Partner with engineering and capacity planning to align sourcing with project schedules; Evaluate supplier capabilities and mitigate supply chain risks; Monitor global market conditions and geopolitical risks; Develop supplier scorecards and performance metrics.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
