Senior Sourcing Manager – Data Center & Automation Equipment | $90/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 89,544 - 123,984; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic supply chain management firm in Fremont, CA is seeking an experienced professional to develop vendor relationships, lead sourcing processes, and execute negotiation strategies. The role demands strong expertise in supply chain management, experience with AI and robotics, and proficiency in enterprise systems like SAP and Oracle. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field is required. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $65 to $90 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong years of experience in sourcing or supply chain management.
• Strong experience with contract negotiation and supplier management.
• Knowledge of cost modeling and supply chain optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strategic vendor relationships.
• Lead supplier sourcing processes and drive contract awards.
• Conduct market analysis and resolve commercial issues.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

Compensation: $65–$90 per hour

Location: Fremont, CA, USA

Commitment: Full-time

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strategic vendor relationships, including performance metrics, scorecards, and business reviews
• Lead supplier sourcing processes (RFI/RFQ) and drive contract awards
• Design and execute negotiation strategies for complex contracts (MPA, MSA, SOW)
• Conduct market analysis and stay updated on data center, robotics, and automation trends
• Build and manage cost models and supplier performance benchmarks
• Resolve commercial and technical issues during sourcing and procurement processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and construction
• Define and track supply chain metrics, risks, and operational performance indicators
• Ensure supply continuity through demand forecasting, material planning, and supplier capacity management
• Support AI/robotics vendor requirements including performance metrics, telemetry, and data governance standards

Requirements

• Strong years of experience in sourcing or supply chain management
• Strong years of experience in commercial sourcing roles
• Strong experience with contract negotiation and supplier management
• Experience with enterprise systems (SAP, Oracle) and data tools (SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Looker)
• Knowledge of cost modeling, supplier performance metrics, and supply chain optimization
• Experience in robotics, automation, or data center equipment supply chains
• Experience negotiating software licensing models (robotics/AI)
• Understanding of AI system requirements (performance metrics, validation, telemetry, data governance)
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Analytics, Robotics, or related field