Global Sourcing Manager - GPU, CPU and OEM

CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler™, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.

As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.  

CoreWeave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation. 

What You’ll Do

Join our dynamic Global Supplier Management and Sourcing team, where you'll be a key driver in forging strategic partnerships that fuel technical innovation, uphold rigorous quality standards, and deliver significant cost savings through optimized supply chain solutions.

As a Global Sourcing Manager, you'll be the primary commercial lead for critical hardware systems and products powering our cutting-edge data center deployments. You'll spearhead strategic sourcing initiatives, build robust supplier relationships, and ensure supply chain resilience by developing diverse sourcing options. Your expertise will be vital in navigating the hardware landscape, leading complex negotiations, and collaborating with engineering teams to shape business and technology roadmaps.

Leveraging your deep industry knowledge and strategic supplier connections, you'll optimize the total cost of ownership for our rapidly expanding global infrastructure. You'll lead cross-functional teams through the supplier selection process for new platforms and components, secure favorable agreements, and continuously assess supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and technology alignment.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing Leadership: Develop, implement, and refine comprehensive sourcing strategies and roadmaps to drive continuous improvement.
• Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis: Maintain a pulse on emerging technologies and industry trends to conduct insightful competitive analyses.
• Executive Relationship Management: Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with executive leadership at core suppliers, influencing their business models and technology roadmaps.
• Negotiation & Contract Management: Lead complex supplier negotiations, manage RFQs/RFPs, and finalize business awards.
• Contract Lifecycle Management: Own and implement master supply agreements and statements of work (SOWs).
• New Product Introduction (NPI) & Production Support: Drive commercial engagements for prototype sourcing and development, supporting seamless transitions from NPI to mass production.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Propose and implement innovative supply chain enhancements to drive efficiency and cost savings.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of proven experience in data center, hyperscaler, cloud service provider, or AI system hardware supply chain and related industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a related technical field, or Business Administration. Equivalent experience in high-tech commodity management will be considered.
• Master's degree in a technical, engineering field, or Business Administration (Preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into tangible results and drive execution.
• Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and consensus-building skills.
• Experience collaborating effectively with internal and external partners in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
• Strong understanding of "should cost" modeling and value analysis.
• Proven experience partnering with C-suite executives and key supplier stakeholders.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $120,000-$150,000. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What We Offer

The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of fact