Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Data Operations)
Core
Build and run SpaceXAI's data operations team to define sourcing strategy, vet high-quality training data, manage vendor relationships, and close model gaps for AI research.
Role type
Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Data Operations)
Builds
High-quality datasets for AI model training, validation, and ongoing model work
Domain
Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / Data Operations
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, vendor relationship management, global supplier network oversight, contract negotiation, data quality standards, process scaling, KPI tracking
Preferred skills
AI training data technical understanding, fast-paced AI/ML environment experience, global supplier network management, data analysis, spend analysis
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing sourcing team; Source and co-develop datasets with vendor partners; Oversee the global supplier network; Negotiate major agreements covering pricing, volume, quality, and delivery; Continuously improve, standardize, and scale sourcing processes; Track team and category KPIs
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership
