Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Infrastructure: Electrical
Core
Develop and execute commercial strategies for sourcing critical electrical infrastructure systems to power hyperscale AI campuses.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (data center electrical infrastructure)
Builds
Resilient global supply networks for mission-critical data center facilities
Domain
Hyperscale AI infrastructure / Data Center Electrical Systems
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, complex commercial negotiation, supplier qualification, contract strategy, supply chain risk mitigation, financial modeling, executive communication
Preferred skills
HV to MV substation and transformer equipment, medium/low voltage electrical distribution, power system protection, prefabricated electrical skids, modular data center infrastructure, EPC partner management, global supplier network management
Technologies
Switchgear, busway, UPS, e-houses
Responsibilities
Develop long-term sourcing strategies for data center infrastructure systems; Lead strategic supplier selection, RFx processes, and contract execution; Build executive relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and EPC firms; Partner with engineering and capacity planning to align sourcing with project schedules; Evaluate supplier capabilities across manufacturing capacity and financial health; Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through diversification and capacity reservations; Monitor global market conditions and geopolitical risks; Develop supplier scorecards and performance metrics; Support executive decisions through market intelligence and scenario planning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC