Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Infrastructure, Electrical & Mechanical
Core
Lead sourcing strategy for electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems across hyperscale AI campuses, securing critical equipment and managing long-lead constraints.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (infrastructure)
Builds
Hyperscale data center campuses supporting next-generation AI
Domain
Data center infrastructure / Electrical & Mechanical systems
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier selection, RFx processes, contract negotiation, supplier qualification, financial modeling, market analysis, risk mitigation, cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
Sourcing electrical (substations, switchgear, UPS) or mechanical (cooling plants, chillers, CRAH/CRAC) systems, hyperscale cloud/AI infrastructure experience, EPC environments, global supplier networks
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop sourcing strategies for critical infrastructure systems; Lead supplier selection, RFx processes, negotiations, and contract execution; Build strategic relationships with manufacturers and EPC firms; Partner with Engineering to align commercial decisions with technical requirements; Coordinate with Capacity Planning on long-term supplier capacity; Evaluate supplier manufacturing capacity, quality, and financial health; Identify and mitigate supply risks; Monitor market conditions and commodity impacts; Establish supplier scorecards and performance measures; Develop market analyses and financial models; Partner with Finance and Legal on agreement structure.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
