# Global Category Manager, Fiber

**Company:** [Crusoe](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/crusoe)
**Location:** Bellevue, WA
**Role:** Business Operations
**Salary:** $140k – $170k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Negotiation, Global Supply Chains, Spend Analysis, Risk Management, Vendor Compliance, Fiber Optics, Data Center Infrastructure, Oem/Odm, Quarterly Business Reviews
**Posted:** 2026-08-28

> Leads global fiber category strategy, sourcing, supplier relationships, contract negotiation, and cost optimization for data center infrastructure. Requires 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement, global supply-chain experience, and strong negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Develop and implement global sourcing and category strategies aligned with company objectives.
- Evaluate, develop, and manage global supplier relationships, ensuring quality standards and delivery deadlines are met.
- Negotiate global supplier contracts and commercial terms, including pricing and payment terms.
- Conduct supply-base risk management and contingency planning to support business continuity.
- Lead cross-functional planning and coordinate internal and external stakeholders.
- Analyze spend, market conditions, and supplier performance to identify cost savings and negotiation opportunities.
- Lead Quarterly Business Reviews and ongoing performance reviews with strategic suppliers.
- Integrate and champion sustainability practices in procurement and sourcing.
- Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and category innovations.

## Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain/Logistics, International Trade, or a related field.
- Approximately 5–7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement.
- Experience preferably in data center infrastructure, cloud, or hardware supply chains.
- Proven experience managing global supply chains and complex supplier relationships.
- Experience ensuring vendor compliance and implementing process improvements at scale.
- Strong communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Experience with global manufacturers and suppliers, including contract negotiation, supplier qualification, documentation, and performance management.
- Experience working with hyperscalers, OEMs/ODMs, or infrastructure providers.

## Nice-to-Haves
- Experience managing global categories across multiple regions or geographies.
- Data center fiber infrastructure experience, including indoor plant fiber, outdoor plant fiber, in-the-row fiber connectivity, and cabling.
- CPSM, CSCP, or CPIM certification.
- Experience with AI or data center infrastructure supply chains.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Annual compensation of $140,000–$170,000 plus bonus.
- Restricted Stock Units included in offers.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance options.
- Employer HSA contributions.
- Paid parental leave, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with 100% matching up to 4% of salary.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Cell phone, tuition, and commuter benefits.
- Calm app subscription and legal benefits.

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