AI Hardware Supply Chain & NPI Program Lead

OpenAI; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI in the United States is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Program Manager to oversee hardware introductions and production for AI infrastructure. You will own operational readiness for new hardware initiatives, translating strategy into actionable plans and aligning stakeholders to address risks and tradeoffs.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage complex hardware NPI programs, and build relationships with manufacturing partners to ensure quality and efficiency, while identifying

Qualifications

• Experience in operations and program management within hardware development.
• Strong background in supply chain and manufacturing.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with external manufacturing partners.

Responsibilities

• Own operational readiness for new hardware initiatives and ensure smooth progression from development to mass production.
• Translate infrastructure strategies into actionable project plans and manage associated risks and tradeoffs.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and ops to deliver hardware programs on schedule.
• Manage complex hardware NPI programs and establish partnerships with manufacturing vendors.
• Identify bottlenecks, drive continuous improvement, and communicate effectively with technical and executive stakeholders.
• Collaborate with partners and internal teams to ensure quality, cost, and schedule targets are met.

Skills

Operations management

Program management

Supply chain

Manufacturing

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

OpenAI in the United States is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Program Manager to oversee hardware introductions and production for AI infrastructure. You will own operational readiness for new hardware initiatives, translating strategy into actionable plans and aligning stakeholders to address risks and tradeoffs.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage complex hardware NPI programs, and build relationships with manufacturing partners to ensure quality and efficiency, while identifying