Director, Strategic Sourcing

Hyve Solutions; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Mental Health Care

401K with match

Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Perks at Work

LEAP Program

MyFlexPay

Job summary

Hyve Solutions seeks a Director of Strategic Sourcing to lead global sourcing strategy for servers, networking, storage, and data center infrastructure. You will manage a team of Commodity Managers and work with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity through NPI and lifecycle transitions.

The role requires 12+ years in sourcing with 5+ years in leadership, strong negotiation, and strategic supplier partnerships, in a fast-paced tech manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 12+ years in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• 5+ years leading sourcing or procurement teams.
• Deep knowledge of server, networking, storage, semiconductor, or data center infrastructure.
• Strong negotiation and supplier development skills.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or tech environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for technology commodities including servers, networking, optics, GPU, CPU, memory, SSD, HDD.
• Lead and mentor a team of Commodity Managers, Product Sourcing Managers, and Sourcing Specialists.
• Establish long-term supplier strategies for cost optimization and supply continuity.
• Drive supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Executive Leadership on NPI and lifecycle management.
• Lead executive supplier reviews with KPIs on pricing, quality, and delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field

Job description

Hyve Company Overview

Hyve Solutions transforms complex engineering challenges into production reality for technology innovators building AI, cloud, and connected infrastructure. As a US-based manufacturing partner, the company rapidly delivers fast, agile execution through dep technical partnerships and co-innovation, and supply chain clarity. Hyve's integrated ODM, CM, and SI capabilities eliminate vendor complexity while accelerating time-to-market with single-partner accountability from design through scale. The company co-innovates with deep engineering expertise, treating customer success as its own while building tomorrow's digital infrastructure.

Hyve Company Overview

Hyve Solutions transforms complex engineering challenges into production reality for technology innovators building AI, cloud, and connected infrastructure. As a US-based manufacturing partner, the company rapidly delivers fast, agile execution through dep technical partnerships and co-innovation, and supply chain clarity. Hyve's integrated ODM, CM, and SI capabilities eliminate vendor complexity while accelerating time-to-market with single-partner accountability from design through scale. The company co-innovates with deep engineering expertise, treating customer success as its own while building tomorrow's digital infrastructure.

Director, Strategic Sourcing

Role Summary

The Director, Strategic Sourcing is responsible for leading sourcing strategy, supplier management, and procurement execution for critical technology commodities supporting Hyve Solutions' hyperscale data center, AI infrastructure, and cloud computing platforms. This leadership role drives cost competitiveness, supply continuity, supplier performance, and risk mitigation while supporting aggressive growth, NPI launches, and customer demand requirements. The Director will lead a team of sourcing professionals and collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Sales, Finance, and Executive Leadership.

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for strategic technology commodities including Servers, Networking, Optics, GPU, CPU, Memory, SSD, HDD, and related infrastructure components.
• Lead and mentor a team of Commodity Managers, Product Sourcing Managers, and Sourcing Specialists, ensuring high performance, accountability, and professional growth.
• Establish long-term supplier strategies focused on cost optimization, capacity assurance, supply continuity, technology roadmaps, and strategic partnerships.
• Drive supplier selection, negotiations, contract management, and commercial agreements to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Manage allocation challenges and constrained supply environments by coordinating supplier commitments, capacity planning, and escalation management.
• Partner with Engineering and Product teams to support New Product Introduction (NPI), product lifecycle management, and technology transitions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Planning, and Manufacturing teams to ensure material availability and execution across global manufacturing locations.
• Lead executive-level supplier reviews and performance management processes using key metrics related to pricing, quality, delivery, capacity, and responsiveness.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies addressing tariffs, geopolitical impacts, trade compliance requirements, logistics disruptions, and supplier business continuity.
• Support supply localization initiatives and multi-region sourcing strategies to strengthen supply resilience.
• Monitor market intelligence, commodity trends, technology roadmaps, and industry dynamics to identify opportunities and risks.
• Establish sourcing governance, KPIs, reporting mechanisms, and operational review cadences across sourcing functions.
• Present supply chain performance, cost reduction initiatives, allocation status, and business risks to executive leadership and customers as required.
• Lead large-scale spend management and cost reduction programs while balancing quality, service, and customer commitments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive sourcing, procurement, commodity management, or supply chain experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing sourcing, commodity, or procurement teams.
• Deep knowledge of server, networking, storage, semiconductor, or data center infrastructure supply chains.
• Proven experience managing strategic suppliers and large annual spend portfolios.
• Strong negotiation, supplier development, and commercial management skills.
• Experience operating in fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing or technology environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and executive communication skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive business decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting hyperscale cloud, AI infrastructure, OEM, ODM, or data center environments.
• Knowledge of allocation-driven commodities such as GPU, CPU, Memory, Optics, and Networking hardware.
• Experience with global manufacturing operations and multi-region sourcing strategies.
• Familiarity with tariff mitigation, trade compliance, and global supply chain risk management.
• Experience supporting rapid NPI ramps, demand volatility, and customer-driven growth initiatives.

Why Join Hyve Solutions

At Hyve Solutions, we empower customers, partners, and employees through innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology solutions. As a leader in custom Server, Storage, and Networking solutions for the world's largest Cloud, AI, Social Media, and Enterprise companies, we offer an exciting opportunity to influence global supply chain strategy while supporting the next generation of data center infrastructure. Join a high-performing team that thrives on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous growth.

• Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $190,000-$220,000 annually.Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and business needs.

What's in it for you

Benefit Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Mental Health Care
• 401K with match
• Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Perks at Work
• LEAP Program
• MyFlexPay

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.