Principal Strategic Sourcing Manager (IT Infrastructure)
Core
Lead strategic sourcing and procurement innovation for global IT infrastructure, driving cost efficiency and supply stability for Coupang's core business.
Role type
Principal Strategic Sourcing Manager (IT Infrastructure)
Builds
Strategic partnerships with global suppliers for data centers, networks, AI infrastructure, and IT hardware/software.
Domain
E-commerce / IT Infrastructure Procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, Category management, Supplier management, Contract negotiation, End-to-end procurement process leadership, Stakeholder collaboration, TCO analysis, Procurement transformation
Preferred skills
AI Infrastructure (GPU, Compute, Storage) procurement, Global enterprise IT/Tech procurement, Process improvement, Cost reduction via price/TCO analysis, CPSM/CIPS/PMP certifications
Technologies
Data centers, Networks, Servers, Storage, AI Infrastructure, IT Hardware, Software
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic sourcing and category management strategies for global IT infrastructure; Build mid-to-long-term procurement roadmaps with business and tech organizations; Discover and execute cost-saving opportunities based on market trends and TCO analysis; Lead RFP/RFQ, bidding, contract negotiation, and order fulfillment; Collaborate with Engineering, Ops, Finance, Legal, and Security to ensure supply stability; Drive procurement transformation initiatives to improve process governance and operational efficiency.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
