Sr. Manager, Datacenter Compute Infrastructure (Starlink)

• 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

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 14+ years of experience working in one or more of the following in leiu of a degree:
• Business
• Supply Chain
• Engineering
• 8+ years of experience in global supply chain, procurement, or commodity management with a focus on compute hardware (GPUs, CPUs, storage, and/or servers)
• 4+ years of experience in people management
• 4+ years of experience building, leading, and managing sourcing teams

• Technical understanding of datacenter compute architectures, GPUs/accelerators, CPUs, storage systems, ODM/CM models, servers, and racks
• Experience in fast-paced hyperscale or AI infrastructure environments
• Background working with major compute suppliers, ODMs, and contract manufacturers
• Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, and cross-functional skills
• Proven ability to secure supply and manage costs in constrained, high-demand markets
• Passion for SpaceXAI’s mission

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support supplier relationships and critical projects
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with rapidly evolving priorities and world-class execution speed
• This position is based in Austin, TX or Palo Alto, CA, and requires being onsite

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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