Senior Category Manager, Storage at Crusoe

Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability. Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

Role Overview

As the Senior Category Manager, Storage, you will be the driving force behind Crusoe's world-class AI Cloud storage infrastructure. This role is critical to ensuring that our storage platforms are high-performance, scalable, and resilient. You will own the end-to-end commercial and supply chain strategy for our entire storage category, making it a high-impact and highly visible position within the company. This is more than just purchasing; it's about developing long-range category plans, leading complex negotiations, and architecting a supply chain that supports our rapid global expansion. Partnering with Storage Engineering, Infrastructure, and Data Center Operations leadership, you'll build a cost-effective storage ecosystem that powers the future of computing.

A Day in the Life

Imagine starting your day by analyzing the latest market trends in NAND flash memory. You'll then participate in a strategy meeting with engineering to discuss the upcoming generation of storage servers. After lunch, you'll lead a negotiation with a major storage OEM, working to secure favorable pricing and capacity for the next quarter. The afternoon will be spent reviewing demand forecasts and adjusting inventory plans to ensure optimal availability. Finally, you'll prepare for an executive QBR with one of our key suppliers, focusing on performance and continuous improvement.

Why San Francisco?

San Francisco is the epicenter of technology and innovation, offering unparalleled access to industry events, networking opportunities, and a highly skilled talent pool. By locating this role in San Francisco, Crusoe ensures close collaboration with our engineering and leadership teams, fostering a dynamic and innovative work environment. San Francisco also provides access to a diverse range of suppliers and partners, enabling us to stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving storage market.

Career Path

This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement within Crusoe. You could potentially move into a Director-level position, overseeing a broader range of categories within the supply chain organization. Alternatively, you could transition into a leadership role within the Storage Engineering or Infrastructure teams, leveraging your deep understanding of the storage ecosystem to drive technical innovation. Crusoe is committed to fostering the growth and development of its employees, providing ample opportunities to expand your skills and expertise.

Salary & Benefits

Crusoe offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and stock options. We are committed to providing our employees with the resources and support they need to thrive both personally and professionally.

Crusoe Culture

At Crusoe, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. We are passionate about leveraging technology to create a more sustainable future. We value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We believe in empowering our employees to take ownership of their work and make a meaningful impact on the company and the world.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and experienced category manager with a passion for data center storage, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Crusoe's mission? Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence, powering a world where people can create ambitiously with AI without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.
2. What technologies does Crusoe work with? Crusoe focuses on cutting-edge AI cloud infrastructure, sustainable energy solutions, and high-performance computing.
3. What are the key responsibilities of this role? This role involves developing category strategies, leading negotiations with suppliers, architecting the supply chain, driving market intelligence, managing supplier partnerships, and partnering with engineering leadership.
4. What are the requirements for this role? A Bachelor's degree in a related field, 8-10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, deep technical acumen in data center storage, and expert negotiation skills are required.
5. What is the career path for this role? This role can lead to Director-level positions within supply chain or leadership roles within Storage Engineering or Infrastructure.
6. What is the company culture like at Crusoe? Crusoe fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, sustainability, and inclusivity.
7. What are the benefits of working at Crusoe? Crusoe offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and stock options.
8. How does Crusoe contribute to sustainability? Crusoe utilizes stranded energy resources to power its data centers, reducing waste and promoting environmental responsibility.
9. What kind of impact can I make at Crusoe? You can drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact on the company's success, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
10. What opportunities for professional development are available? Crusoe is committed to providing employees with opportunities to expand their skills and expertise through professional development programs and internal training.