Supply Chain Operations Program Manager, AI Infrastructure

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 seeks a Supply Chain Operations Program Manager to oversee hardware introductions and production in AI infrastructure. This role requires extensive experience in operations and program management within hardware development. Candidates with a strong background in supply chain and manufacturing are encouraged to apply.

In this role, you will take ownership of operational readiness for new hardware initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions from early development to mass production. You will translate OpenAI's infrastructure strategies into actionable plans while aligning with various stakeholders to address risks and tradeoffs effectively.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage complex hardware NPI programs, and establish relationships with manufacturing partners to ensure quality and efficiency. Success will depend on your ability to identify bottlenecks, drive continuous improvement, and communicate effectively across technical and executive levels.