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Manager, Supply Chain - Datacenter Compute Infrastructure (Starlink)

SpaceX· Starlink - Electronic Sourcing
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Hybrid (Austin, TX), Palo Alto, CAFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Leadership role responsible for sourcing and supply chain strategy for datacenter compute infrastructure, overseeing GPU/accelerators, CPUs, storage, ODM/CM relationships, servers and racks to support SpaceXAI’s large-scale AI training clusters and compute facilities.

Responsibilities

  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing sourcing team focused on GPU/accelerators, CPUs, storage, ODM/CM, servers, and racks
  • Define commodity strategies and multi-year roadmaps in partnership with engineering, architecture, and platform teams
  • Oversee end-to-end sourcing, supplier qualification, multi-sourcing, and performance management to meet aggressive build schedules
  • Orchestrate demand across SpaceXAI companies and align internal roadmaps with key vendors to secure preferential allocation and capacity
  • Negotiate major agreements focused on pricing, volume, technology access, and reliable delivery, using creative approaches as needed
  • Manage ODM/CM relationships and drive improvements in server and rack designs, cost, and delivery
  • Monitor supply chain risks and implement mitigation plans for critical compute components
  • Drive cost reduction through should-cost modeling, value engineering, and long-term agreements while maintaining quality and reliability standards
  • Track team and category KPIs; provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership
  • Foster strong cross-functional collaboration and promote effective supply chain practices across the organization

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering or 12+ years in lieu of a degree
  • 6+ years of experience in global supply chain, procurement, or commodity management with a focus on compute hardware (GPUs, CPUs, storage, and/or servers)
  • 3+ years of experience in people management
  • 3+ years of experience building, leading, and managing sourcing teams

Skills

Required:Compute hardware sourcingPeople leadershipSupplier relationship managementNegotiation
Last updated Sep 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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