Hardware Procurement Operations Lead

We are seeking a hands-on leader to co-design, build, and run the procurement operations backbone for OpenAI’s hardware programs. This is a design-and-do role: you will build the operating enablement model (systems flows, governance, processes, and RACI/DRIs) that enables product teams to move at prototyping and production speed—while ensuring Finance, Legal, Security, and Trade requirements are met and audit-ready. You will lead a small team, convene cross-functional forums to align on standard vs. BU-specific operating choices, and serve as the primary escalation point for centrally owned operational blockers. You will partner closely with Finance and Accounting to ensure direct-materials flows are visible and auditable end-to-end.