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Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

CrusoeBellevue, WA - USProcurement and Sourcing
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Salary
$110K - $135K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
28 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Crusoe is seeking a full-time Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist based in Bellevue, Washington to help build and execute procurement strategies for cloud data center infrastructure equipment. This position suits an analytical supply chain professional looking to advance their career within a high-growth technology company powering modern artificial intelligence workloads.

Role Overview

The Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports the complete procurement lifecycle for various cloud data center equipment categories at Crusoe. This individual partners closely with internal teams across data center engineering, construction, and operations to deliver value, manage risk, and foster key supplier relationships. Operating in a mission-driven environment, the person in this role handles market analysis, strategy creation, contract negotiations, and vendor performance management to support rapid company expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in creating and executing sourcing strategies across multiple cloud data center categories.
Manage the entire procurement lifecycle starting from market analysis up to contract negotiation and ongoing supplier performance management.
Partner collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver financial value, mitigate risk, and secure optimal vendor relationships.
Support contract negotiations to optimize overall cost, quality, and service delivery.
Identify and implement procurement process improvements to enhance efficiency and visibility across corporate categories.
Analyze product and price data while conducting comparative evaluations of vendor quotes against historical data.
Manage formal and informal source selection and screening processes to support engineering requirements.
Run concurrent bid events including RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs, preparing bid summaries and commercial award recommendations for leadership.
Maintain strong, long-term supplier relationships and proactively communicate progress and challenges to stakeholders.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related academic discipline.
Bring between two to five or more years of professional experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
Possess a foundational understanding of category strategy development and cost savings methodologies.
Demonstrate an analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities, high attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Exhibit solid communication and stakeholder partnership abilities alongside a desire to grow organizational influence.
Show direct experience in negotiation along with effective deal-making skills.
Maintain strong time-management habits to prioritize multiple tasks successfully.

Nice to Have

Previous background working within a high-growth technology company or startup environment.
Exposure to data center greyspace or whitespace categories, specifically managing Tier 2 or Tier 3 providers.
Relevant industry credentials such as CPM, CPSM, CPSD, MCIPS, APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or CTSC, or ongoing pursuit of an MBA.

Skills and Tools

Procurement lifecycle management
Market analysis and category strategy development
Contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
RFQ, RFP, and RFI administration
Data analysis and cost savings methodologies
Microsoft Excel

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary ranging from $110,000 to $135,000 plus bonus potential.
Restricted Stock Units included in employment offers.
Health insurance options including HDHP and PPO, plus vision and dental coverage.
Employer contributions toward Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Paid parental leave, life insurance, and short-term or long-term disability coverage.
Access to Teladoc and a Calm app subscription.
Retirement savings through a 401(k) plan with a 100% match up to four percent of salary.
Generous paid time off and holiday schedules.
Cell phone and tuition reimbursement.
MetLife Legal plans and a monthly company-paid commuter benefit of $300.

About the Company

Crusoe operates as a vertically integrated artificial intelligence infrastructure company managing the entire stack from energy generation to digital intelligence. The organization builds energy-first solutions designed to power large-scale AI workloads efficiently and sustainably. Team members collaborate across disciplines including energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly through the official Crusoe careers page.

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist role?

The compensation ranges between $110,000 and $135,000 per year, plus a bonus and restricted stock units.

Where is this job located?

This full-time position is based out of Bellevue, Washington.

What level of experience is required?

Candidates must have 2 to 5+ years of professional experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.

What educational background is needed?

A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field is required.

What benefits are provided by Crusoe?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching up to 4%, HSA contributions, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, and paid time off.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Crusoe careers page.

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