OpenAI
Strategic Sourcing Manager, Data Center Mechanical Infrastructure - Stargate
OpenAI, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Datacenter Mechanical Infrastructure
OpenAI, in close collaboration with our capital partners, is building the world's most advanced AI infrastructure ecosystem. The Infrastructure Development (InfraDev) team is central to this missionsetting core infrastructure strategy and executing on that vision. From site selection to facility buildout, this team operates at the critical intersection of commercial, technical, strategic, and operational priorities, engaging with teams and executives both inside and outside OpenAI. You Might Thrive in This Role If You:
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for datacenter mechanical infrastructure. Lead supplier evaluation, contract negotiations, and commercial execution for critical systems. Build and maintain long-term supplier partnerships to ensure quality, cost-efficiency, and on-time delivery. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to translate performance requirements into procurement specifications. Oversee supplier manufacturing, quality control, and delivery schedules to align with project timelines. Identify supply chain risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure systems meet safety and industry compliance standards. Stay attuned to market developments and emerging mechanical technologies relevant to datacenter infrastructure. Partner with finance, legal, operations, and program teams to align sourcing strategies with budgetary goals. Provide senior leadership with clear reporting on sourcing progress, costs, and risks. Qualifications
10+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or project managementpreferably involving datacenter mechanical systems or large-scale industrial infrastructure. Proven track record negotiating and managing complex, high-value contracts. Deep understanding of datacenter mechanical architecture, capacity planning, and operational reliability. Experience managing global suppliers and multi-geography projects. Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field; advanced degrees or relevant certifications are a plus. Preferred Qualifications
15+ years' experience in hyperscale or large-scale infrastructure delivery. Demonstrated success delivering multi-site projects under accelerated timelines. Familiarity with sustainable and energy-efficient mechanical system design and operations. OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Datacenter Mechanical Infrastructure
OpenAI, in close collaboration with our capital partners, is building the world's most advanced AI infrastructure ecosystem. The Infrastructure Development (InfraDev) team is central to this missionsetting core infrastructure strategy and executing on that vision. From site selection to facility buildout, this team operates at the critical intersection of commercial, technical, strategic, and operational priorities, engaging with teams and executives both inside and outside OpenAI. You Might Thrive in This Role If You:
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for datacenter mechanical infrastructure. Lead supplier evaluation, contract negotiations, and commercial execution for critical systems. Build and maintain long-term supplier partnerships to ensure quality, cost-efficiency, and on-time delivery. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to translate performance requirements into procurement specifications. Oversee supplier manufacturing, quality control, and delivery schedules to align with project timelines. Identify supply chain risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure systems meet safety and industry compliance standards. Stay attuned to market developments and emerging mechanical technologies relevant to datacenter infrastructure. Partner with finance, legal, operations, and program teams to align sourcing strategies with budgetary goals. Provide senior leadership with clear reporting on sourcing progress, costs, and risks. Qualifications
10+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or project managementpreferably involving datacenter mechanical systems or large-scale industrial infrastructure. Proven track record negotiating and managing complex, high-value contracts. Deep understanding of datacenter mechanical architecture, capacity planning, and operational reliability. Experience managing global suppliers and multi-geography projects. Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field; advanced degrees or relevant certifications are a plus. Preferred Qualifications
15+ years' experience in hyperscale or large-scale infrastructure delivery. Demonstrated success delivering multi-site projects under accelerated timelines. Familiarity with sustainable and energy-efficient mechanical system design and operations. OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.