Strategic Sourcing Engineer - Data Center AI Infra

Vertiv; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Sourcing Engineer to enhance next-generation data center and AI infrastructure solutions. The role bridges engineering requirements with supplier capabilities across cross-functional teams, impacting performance, cost, and scalability.

The successful candidate will contribute to key sourcing strategies, component selection, and supplier management in a dynamic NPD environment while ensuring compliance and reliability standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sourcing engineering or supplier engineering.
• Experience supporting new product development or manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of cost drivers and lead time.

Responsibilities

• Translate product and engineering requirements into sourcing requirements.
• Identify and select suppliers based on technical capability and cost.
• Partner with procurement and engineering on supplier strategy.

Skills

Cross‑functional communication

Problem‑solving skills

Technical procurement

Sourcing engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLM/ERP systems

Technical specifications

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Sourcing Engineer to enhance next-generation data center and AI infrastructure solutions. The role bridges engineering requirements with supplier capabilities across cross-functional teams, impacting performance, cost, and scalability.

The successful candidate will contribute to key sourcing strategies, component selection, and supplier management in a dynamic NPD environment while ensuring compliance and reliability standards.