Global Category Manager, Cooling
Core
Lead global category strategy, sourcing, and supplier management for data center cooling infrastructure to drive cost efficiency and supply resiliency.
Role type
Senior Global Category Manager (Procurement/Sourcing)
Builds
Data center cooling infrastructure supply chain
Domain
Data Center Infrastructure / AI Compute / Energy
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, risk management, spend analysis, cross-functional leadership, sustainability integration
Preferred skills
Data center cooling category expertise (CRAHs, Fan Walls, CDUs), hyperscaler supply chain experience, professional procurement certifications (CPSM, CSCP, CPIM)
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global sourcing and category strategies; Evaluate and manage relationships with key global suppliers; Lead negotiation of global supplier contracts; Conduct comprehensive risk management and contingency planning; Lead cross-functional teams to plan category needs; Analyze global spend to identify cost savings; Lead Quarterly Business Reviews with strategic suppliers; Implement sustainability practices in procurement operations; Monitor industry trends and market conditions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
