Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Compute

Crusoe•Sunnyvale, CA

3d•$110,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Crusoe is hiring a hands-on Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support its global Compute supply chain and GPU/CPU server deployments across all Crusoe data centers. The role connects deployment, procurement, and vendor operations, covering BOM management, supplier onboarding, RFQ execution, and procurement operations for Crusoe Cloud’s compute infrastructure. It reports to the Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Compute and works with a globally distributed team. The role is suited to someone with hardware knowledge and procurement execution experience who is ready to develop along a strategic sourcing track. The specialist will coordinate suppliers, manage the purchase-order lifecycle, maintain accurate hardware and asset records, and collaborate across deployment, cloud operations, finance, legal, and logistics. The role also provides rapid-response procurement support for critical deployments, prepares reporting for Compute leadership, and improves procurement workflows, including through automation.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or hardware deployment operations; data center, cloud, or hardware supply-chain experience is preferred.
Strong working knowledge of compute server hardware, including GPU servers, CPU servers, and components; ability to read BOMs, specifications, 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.
Operational experience managing OEM, ODM, distributor, or VAR relationships.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work 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.
Must be 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 such as Quanta, Wiwynn, Foxconn, Inventec, or Hon Hai.
Experience supporting GPU server programs, including NVIDIA H100/H200/B200/GB200 generations or equivalent.
Exposure to automation and scripting such as Python, SQL, Power Automate, or comparable tools.
Active use of modern AI tools such as Claude, Gemini, Copilot, or 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 in the US, EU, and APAC.
Embody the Company values.

Responsibilities

Support BOM planning, hardware requisitions, and procurement execution for GPU and CPU server deployments across Crusoe data centers.
Coordinate global Compute suppliers, including OEMs, ODMs, and component vendors, to obtain timely quotes, lead-time information, and shipment updates.
Lead compute-hardware RFQ cycles with the Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, including quote analysis, supplier comparisons, and recommendation packages.
Own end-to-end purchase-order creation, change orders, invoice reconciliation, and payment follow-up in Coupa for the Compute category.
Drive supplier onboarding, NDA coordination, and vendor compliance documentation.
Maintain accurate hardware tracking in NetBox/DCIM systems and ensure data integrity across procurement and asset records.
Coordinate with Deployment, Cloud Operations, Finance, Legal, and Logistics to resolve 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 procurement workflow improvements, particularly automation opportunities using modern tools.