Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Compute

Crusoe•Seattle, WA

6d•$120,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Crusoe is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for their Compute category to act as the connective tissue between deployment, procurement, and vendor operations. This hands-on execution role, based in Dublin, Ireland, will support GPU and CPU server deployments globally. The scope includes BOM management, supplier onboarding, RFQ execution, and procurement operations for Crusoe Cloud's compute infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone with deep hardware fluency and proven procurement execution who is ready to step into a strategic sourcing track.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or hardware deployment operations, preferably for data center, cloud, or hardware supply chains.
Strong working knowledge of compute server hardware (GPU servers, CPU servers, components) and ability to read BOMs, specs, and vendor quotes at the component level.
Hands-on experience with Coupa or a comparable ERP/procurement platform, including PO management, supplier onboarding, and invoice reconciliation.
Working experience with NetBox, ServiceNow, or similar DCIM/asset management tools.
Track record of managing OEM, ODM, distributor, or VAR relationships at an operational level.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively across time zones with a globally distributed team.
Highly organized, with a track record of building or improving procurement and operations workflows.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Authorized to work in Ireland, or eligible for Crusoe-sponsored relocation and work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with HPE, Dell, Supermicro, or major ODMs (Quanta, Wiwynn, Foxconn, Inventec, Hon Hai).
Experience supporting GPU server programs (NVIDIA H100/H200/B200/GB200 generations or equivalent).
Automation and scripting exposure (Python, SQL, Power Automate, or comparable).
Active use of modern AI tools (Claude, Gemini, Copilot, NotebookLM) for procurement workflows, vendor communication, or analysis.
Prior experience in a hyperscaler, cloud, or large-scale data center procurement environment.
Familiarity with international import/export, customs, and trade compliance for hardware (US, EU, APAC).

Responsibilities

Support BOM planning, hardware requisitions, and procurement execution for GPU and CPU server deployments across all Crusoe data centers, partnering with deployment engineering and cloud operations teams.
Serve as a key point of contact for global Compute suppliers (OEMs, ODMs, and component vendors), driving timely responses on quotes, lead times, and shipment status.
Lead RFQ cycles for compute hardware in partnership with the Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, including quote analysis, supplier comparison, and recommendation packages.
Own end-to-end PO creation, change orders, invoice reconciliation, and payment follow-up in Coupa for the Compute category.
Drive supplier onboarding, NDA coordination, and vendor compliance documentation for new and existing Compute suppliers.
Maintain accurate hardware tracking in NetBox/DCIM systems for deployments and ensure data integrity across procurement and asset records.
Partner with Deployment, Cloud Operations, Finance, Legal, and Logistics to unblock procurement issues and keep deployments on schedule.
Provide rapid-response procurement support for critical data center deployments, including expedites and emergency sourcing.
Prepare procurement status reports, PO trackers, and supplier performance updates for the Compute leadership team.
Identify and implement workflow improvements across procurement operations, with particular focus on automation opportunities using modern tools.