Strategic Sourcing, Manager - Engineering & Infrastructure
Core
Strategic Sourcing Manager enabling Airbnb to operate efficiently by designing sourcing strategies for critical technology capabilities and managing enterprise software/IT investments.
Role type
Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Engineering & Infrastructure)
Builds
Sourcing strategies for enterprise SaaS, data platforms, security technologies, and workplace systems
Domain
Technology Procurement / Enterprise Software
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, financial modeling, supplier evaluation, category strategy, AI/automation tool usage, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Experience with emerging AI technologies, modernizing procurement workflows
Technologies
AI-enabled tools, structured analysis platforms
Responsibilities
Partner with CIO and engineering leaders on technology roadmaps; Develop sourcing strategies for enterprise platforms; Lead complex sourcing events (RFPs, negotiations); Evaluate supplier proposals and pricing; Structure commercial terms with Legal/Finance; Use AI tools for market intelligence and negotiation insights; Build repeatable sourcing knowledge frameworks
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC
