Supply Chain Lead

About TensorWave Our mission is simple: deliver seamless, secure, reliable, and resilient AI compute at scale. We've built a versatile cloud platform that eliminates infrastructure barriers, empowering builders to focus on innovation instead of fighting their stack. Because breakthrough AI should move at the speed of ideas, not infrastructure. About TensorWave Our mission is simple: deliver seamless, secure, reliable, and resilient AI compute at scale. We've built a versatile cloud platform that eliminates infrastructure barriers, empowering builders to focus on innovation instead of fighting their stack. Because breakthrough AI should move at the speed of ideas, not infrastructure. About The Role The Supply Chain Lead is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of technology assets, component sourcing, and infrastructure logistics network. You will collaborate with engineering and architect teams to forecast demand, negotiate vendor contracts with OEMs, SAAS and build resilient, agile global supply chains. The goal is ensuring the seamless availability of hardware, semiconductor components, and data center equipment while optimizing total cost of ownership (TCO). What You'll Do Performs procurement function, such as data center infrastructure/software/technical services procurement, contract negotiation, and vendor management. Coordinates and integrates the flow of materials and information among suppliers, internal stakeholders, and top management. Identify and manage technology vendors, component manufacturers, and cloud infrastructure partners. Negotiate Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and pricing strategies to mitigate risk and control costs. Build redundancy into the supplier network to protect the company from geopolitical disruptions or regional component shortages Partner closely with Engineering and Architect teams to translate technical roadmaps into multi-year supply chain forecasts. Manage end-of-life (EOL) cycles, ensuring smooth transitions to next-generation tech without piling up obsolete inventory. Monitor global market trends, pricing, and lead times to proactively adjust purchasing strategies. Provides supports to Accounting and Finance teams with cashflow forecasting and budgeting with great understanding of accounting and A/P principles. Oversee domestic and global logistics, customs compliance, and delivery of high-value hardware to decentralized data centers. Collaborate with Inventory Management team to track hardware assets from production to deployment and maintain healthy inventory levels. Collaborate with program management to ensure that parts are available for planned customer deliveries. Who You Are Required Qualifications 5+ years of supply chain, procurement, or sourcing experience- ideally within a technology/engineering environment. Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite). Excellent communication skills and attention to details. Strong stakeholder management abilities. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or a related field. An MBA is highly preferred. What we offer Stock Options 100% paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for Employees Company Health Savings Account Contributions 100% paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance for Employees Life and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options Other Insurance Options, such as Pet & Legal Insurance Various Supplementary Health Benefits, such as discounted Virtual Healthcare Appointments and Serious Illness Support Flexible Spending Account 401(k) Employee Assistance Program Flexible PTO Paid Holidays Parental Leave Other In-Office Perks Equal Employment Opportunity TensorWave is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law. Reasonable Accommodations TensorWave provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Employment Eligibility All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by law. Background Checks Where permitted by law, employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a job-related background check. Data Privacy Notice By submitting an application, you acknowledge that TensorWave may collect, use, and retain your personal information for recruiting and employment-related purposes in accordance with applicable data privacy laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr