Strategic Sourcing Manager, DC Networking Infrastructure - Stargate
Core
Lead end-to-end sourcing strategy and execution for datacenter network hardware to support OpenAI's next-generation supercomputing platform (Stargate).
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (datacenter infrastructure)
Builds
Datacenter network hardware supply chain for OpenAI's Stargate supercomputing platform
Domain
AI infrastructure / Datacenter networking
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, datacenter infrastructure knowledge, network hardware fluency (DWDM, switches, routers), cross-functional leadership, cost optimization, risk mitigation, supply chain readiness
Preferred skills
Advanced certifications in procurement, project management, or data center operations
Technologies
DWDM, RLS, optical transport, network switches, routers, cabling, rack hardware
Responsibilities
Design and execute strategic roadmaps for network infrastructure; negotiate contracts for critical datacenter domains; identify risks and secure hardware optionality; partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, legal, and finance; develop competitive commercial strategies; provide technical and commercial input during vendor evaluation; communicate sourcing progress to executive stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
