Global Supply Manager, Compute

Panthalassa

. Lead end-to-end compute procurement, coordinating with engineering teams to source, evaluate, and acquire servers and hardware .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $160,000 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Global Supply Management and Strategic Sourcing within the server and compute hardware domain, with a strong ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively.

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Global Supply ManagementStrategic SourcingServer Hardware ProcurementContract NegotiationSupply Chain Risk Management

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisTechnical Specification EvaluationSupplier Lifecycle ManagementPerformance MonitoringData Center OperationsGPU ComputingHVDC SystemsLiquid-Cooled SystemsHigh-Density Power and CoolingComplex Hardware Specifications

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementProblem SolvingCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering

Industry Keywords

OEMODMEnterprise Datacenter HardwarePrefabricated InfrastructureSupply Chain Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end compute procurement, coordinating with engineering teams to source, evaluate, and acquire servers and hardware
Act as the primary relationship manager for key server platform OEMs/ODMs, driving operational alignment, joint roadmaps, and supplier accountability
Support sourcing and quoting of new materials and services, coordinating with engineering to understand technical specifications and project timelines
Track long-lead items and flag supply chain risks against program milestones
Perform rigorous price and/or cost analysis to ensure competitive pricing
Identify and resolve material shortages, pricing discrepancies, and supply chain issues
Manage the full supplier lifecycle from vendor onboarding and compliance setup through performance monitoring, ensuring deliverables meet program milestones and quality standards
Partner with engineers, program managers, and technical directors to define compute supply chain strategy, roadmap, and secure supply

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in Global Supply Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Procurement, specifically within server/compute hardware or enterprise datacenter hardware
Experience with data centers, prefabricated infrastructure, GPU computing, high-density power and cooling, HVDC, or liquid-cooled systems
Strong track record negotiating complex contracts, pricing models, and supply commitments with global Tier-1 hardware
Demonstrated ability to speak the language of hardware engineering, understand system architectures, and evaluate complex hardware specifications and original design manufacturers
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
Travel up to 20% of the time to vendors and test sites as needed
Intermittently able to work longer hours and weekends to support critical needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity in the company
Flexible paid time off
Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold-level PPO plan for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents)
Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents)
Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents)
Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long-term financial support if you become disabled)
Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed)
Flexible working hours
Work-life balance
High degree of autonomy