We're looking for a strategic
Sourcing Manager to manage sourcing strategy for datacenter rack development, integration, contract manufacturing strategy, and key vendor partnerships across critical hardware modules. You will build and execute supplier strategies that align with our NPI to production schedule, manage rack-level integration partners, ensure top quality, and secure favorable commercial terms.
In this role, you will partner closely with Hardware Engineering, Supply Chain, and Executive Leadership to identify technical requirements, risk and opportunities, transition key component categories from early development to volume supply.
What You'll Do Here:- Develop and execute global strategic sourcing strategies for rack and key hardware component categories
- Lead commercial negotiations, supplier selections, RFXs, and pricing agreements to ensure best cost, quality, and supply security
- Manage supplier relationship management (SRM) programs, conducting executive business reviews (EBRs) and supplier scorecards
- Partner with Hardware Engineering to assess market capabilities, influence design for total cost of ownership, and mitigate single-source risks
- Collaborate with Legal and Contract Management to draft, finalize and execute to commercial and engineering contracts
- Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction initiatives while supporting rapid hardware iteration schedules
Who You Are:- 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, global supply management, or procurement within high-tech, rack manufacturing, or advanced hardware industries
- Proven track record of negotiating complex multi-million dollar contracts and securing favorable commercial terms with tier-1 suppliers
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to converse effectively with hardware architects and domain engineering leads
- Deep familiarity with supply chain dynamics, risk management, and vendor cost structure analysis
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, and strategic leadership capabilities.
- Comfortable in a fast-moving, high-growth environment requiring end-to-end category ownership
CompensationThe US base salary for this full-time position is determined based on a variety of factors including role, experience, location, job related skills, and relevant education and training. Career length is only a guideline for compensation.
- Mid Career - $175,000 - $400,000 + equity
- Senior Career - $250,000 - $600,000 + equity
What We Offer- Time off: 4 weeks PTO (accrued) + 12 company Holidays + up to 3 weeks remote work
- Health: Company-subsidized Medical (Kaiser or Anthem) for employees & dependents, Guardian Dental and Vision insurances for employee & dependents, and life insurance (employee only), plus HSA and FSA offerings via Lively.
- Financial Security: Choose from Roth or pre-tax 401K (or both) with a 5% company contribution (even if you don't contribute), 100% company-paid life insurance (up to $300K), long-term disability and travel insurance.
- Professional Development: $1500 per year Professional Development Budget
- Team Meals: MatX provides onsite team lunch & dinner Monday - Friday, with your choice of ordering via WeBox, Specialty's or via our reimbursement system
- Commute on Us: We pay 100% for your daily commute. Commute via our company rideshare account, reimburse public transportation, or get a Fasttrak card (or all three)
- MatX E[x]tras: $50/mo to use on the perk you value most
- Cell & Internet Reimbursement: $35/mo for cellular and $40/mo for wifi
- Remote Home Setup: Use our Amazon business account for up to $1000 in office setup purchases.
- Mental Wellbeing: 100% paid mental health benefit via SpringHealth and Guardian EAP.
- Support to Parents: Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave regardless of path to parenthood, 10 weeks pregnancy disability leave, flexible return-to-work hours, and a $6K Family Fund to cover fertility, surrogacy, adoption, menopausal health, preservation, family counseling and more.
