Global Sourcing Lead – Rack & Mechanical Hardware

graphcore; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI infrastructure company in Milpitas is seeking an experienced Global Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing strategy for rack and mechanical hardware components. The successful candidate will partner with engineering and supply chain to negotiate complex agreements, ensuring optimal delivery performance and cost-efficiency. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, over 10 years in sourcing, and expertise in mechanical components. This pivotal role supports the company’s innovative AI infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or technical procurement.
• Strong sourcing experience related to rack infrastructure and mechanical hardware components.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own strategic sourcing activities for rack and mechanical hardware components.
• Develop and execute multi-year commodity strategies aligned with engineering roadmaps.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations including long-term supply agreements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiating complex supplier agreements

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost modeling

Supplier risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, Supply Chain, or related technical field

Job description

A leading AI infrastructure company in Milpitas is seeking an experienced Global Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing strategy for rack and mechanical hardware components. The successful candidate will partner with engineering and supply chain to negotiate complex agreements, ensuring optimal delivery performance and cost-efficiency. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, over 10 years in sourcing, and expertise in mechanical components. This pivotal role supports the company’s innovative AI infrastructure.