Manager, Technology Sourcing - Software (AI Sourcing)

About the TeamThe Global Strategic Sourcing team at DoorDash is at the forefront of aligning supplier strategy with long-term business goals. We deliver a strategic advantage by streamlining external spend, managing supplier risk, and optimizing value across critical categories. With a focus on transparency, scalability, and stakeholder partnership, we drive innovation and operational efficiency across the organization.As AI rapidly reshapes the technology landscape, our team plays a critical role in enabling responsible adoption and maximizing value from AI investments while ensuring careful risk management.About the RoleWe are seeking a results-driven Manager of Global Strategic Sourcing & Category Management - Software (AI Focus) to lead sourcing activities across all company wide AI initiatives. In this role, you will serve as the primary sourcing expert and single point of contact for all AI supplier engagements-from proof-of-concept (POC) through enterprise adoption. You will lead projects hands-on while also overseeing a sourcing specialist and/or sourcing lead who reports to you. You will partner closely with Engineering, Product, Security, Legal, Finance, and business stakeholders to shape AI strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure responsible deployment of AI technologies.You will own the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle for AI suppliers, balancing innovation with mindful risk assessment, and act as the PMO for all AI POCs by tracking progress, coordinating cross-functional (XFN) efforts, and ensuring stakeholder alignment. This role requires a deep enthusiasm for technology, fluency in AI supplier landscapes, and an ability to evaluate both risks and rewards of emerging solutions.You will report to the Senior Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing within the Finance org. This is a U.S.-based remote role, with travel for team events, offsites, and supplier engagements.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end sourcing and category strategy for AI and softwa

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