Sr. Director, AI Hardware Supply Chain Operations

Full-time | San Francisco, CA | Hybrid

About the role

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN's vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own, and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for high-performance compute.

The Sr. Director, AI Hardware Supply Chain Operations leads procurement operations for all AI hardware at IREN, translating Technical Sourcing’s category and supplier strategy into delivered equipment through supplier execution, materials management, and build readiness. This leader partners closely with Technical Sourcing, Integrated Planning, Data Center Operations, Engineering, and Finance to ensure GPU, server, and networking hardware is delivered on time, in full, and clear-to-build at every site, including region-specific execution across EMEA and APAC.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead procurement operations for all AI hardware, translating Technical Sourcing’s category and supplier strategy into delivered equipment across every data center site.
• Drive supplier delivery execution, holding suppliers accountable to production schedules, purchase orders, and delivery commitments to meet deployment timelines.
• Own supplier-level demand forecasts, managing forecast accuracy and allocation requests across the hardware supply base in partnership with Technical Sourcing and Integrated Planning.
• Drive Clear-to-Build (CTB) processes at suppliers, ensuring components, sub-assemblies, and finished systems meet readiness milestones before shipment and installation.
• Own materials management across the hardware supply chain, including inventory, buffers, and strategic stock positioning, to minimize excess and obsolescence risk while protecting supply continuity.
• Identify supply continuity risks, including component shortages, lead-time volatility, and single-source exposure, and drive mitigation and contingency plans in partnership with Technical Sourcing.
• Lead geo-specific AI hardware supply chain management across EMEA and APAC, adapting execution plans to regional supplier bases, logistics, and import/export requirements.
• Build and lead a high-performing procurement operations team, establishing best practices, KPIs, and governance cadences as the AI infrastructure business scales globally.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in procurement operations, supply chain management, or materials management, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role, ideally at a hyperscaler, cloud provider, or AI infrastructure company.
• Deep experience managing supplier delivery execution and Clear-to-Build (CTB) processes for GPU, server, and networking hardware, including production readiness, inventory, and just-in-time delivery to data center sites.
• Proven track record building and running supplier forecast and materials management processes that ensure supply continuity, mitigate component and lead-time risk, and support global production ramps.
• Experience managing geographically distributed hardware supply chains, including direct experience across EMEA and/or APAC supply chain operations.
• Strong executive presence and cross-functional leadership skills, with a track record negotiating supplier commitments and presenting supply risk and continuity plans to senior leadership.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the assigned office location on scheduled in-office days under the hybrid work arrangement. This role involves frequent travel to data center and supplier sites.

IREN does not yet have an office in the Bay Area (a Santa Clara office is planned); until it opens, this role will work remotely, transitioning to hybrid on-site work once the office is established.

Benefits

• Compensation: Annual compensation range of $300,000 - $375,000 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region. Total compensation package may include short-term and long-term incentives. Relocation support available based on candidate circumstances.
• Health & Wellness:
  • 100% company-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company-paid coverage for dependents.
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available.
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) when combined with the High Deductible Health Plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Retirement & Financial Wealth:
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Access to financial planning and legal services.
• Time Off & Leave Programs:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Growth & Development:
  • Internal skills training and advancement pathways.
  • Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role-related training.
• Community & Culture:
  • Company events and team-building activities.