Global Sourcing Manager - Rack and Mechanicals
Core
Lead sourcing strategy and supplier engagement for rack infrastructure and mechanical hardware components supporting AI infrastructure platforms.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (hardware infrastructure)
Builds
Resilient supply chains for rack and mechanical hardware components
Domain
AI hardware infrastructure / Data center mechanical systems
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, complex commercial negotiation, cost modeling, supplier risk management, cross-functional collaboration, financial acumen
Preferred skills
Rack infrastructure expertise, AI/ML hyperscale data center sourcing, mechanical manufacturing supplier relationships, high-growth infrastructure experience
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Own strategic sourcing for rack and mechanical hardware; Develop multi-year commodity strategies; Translate technical specs into sourcing strategies; Lead complex commercial negotiations; Build cost models and perform should-cost analysis; Secure supply continuity via capacity planning and risk management; Conduct executive supplier business reviews; Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations; Ensure supplier agreements protect long-term commercial interests
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
