Strategic Sourcing Manager, Compute Infrastructure
Core
Lead global strategic sourcing and supplier engagements for hyperscale AI compute infrastructure, including servers, accelerators, and cooling systems.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (compute infrastructure)
Builds
Next-generation AI supercomputing platforms and global compute supply chain capacity
Domain
Artificial Intelligence / High-performance Computing / Data Center Hardware
Deliverable
Production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, vendor management, compute architecture fluency, complex capital procurement negotiation, supply chain risk mitigation, cross-functional technical alignment, commercial structuring, global manufacturing experience
Preferred skills
OEM/JDM/ODM engagement experience, data-center hardware certifications, program management
Technologies
GPUs, CPUs, server platforms, rack systems, liquid-cooling components, PSUs
Responsibilities
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for AI compute infrastructure; Initiate and negotiate commercial agreements with OEMs/ODMs for hardware components; Secure capacity and optionality across the compute supply chain; Partner cross-functionally with engineering and program delivery; Drive competitive sourcing events and vendor accountability; Provide portfolio-level visibility to executive stakeholders on risks and progress
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
