NPI Sourcing Manager — Hybrid Tech & Supplier Strategy

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Sunnyvale, California, is seeking a New Product Introduction Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing for Networking products and drive supplier engagement with engineering and program management teams.

You will identify and qualify suppliers, manage cost targets, and mitigate risks to ensure on-time delivery of high-tech components while aligning with HPE’s sustainability goals. The role supports a hybrid work model with some travel.

Qualifications

• Some program management experience required.
• Supply Chain experience required.
• Some engineering and networking product experience required with routers and switches, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead early supplier engagement and technical sourcing for new product programs, ensuring access to cutting-edge technologies and components.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and HW Program Management to identify and qualify suppliers capable of supporting advanced product requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and adoption of new sourcing strategies, tools, and digital platforms to accelerate time-to-market.
• Serve as the primary sourcing focal point in NPI core teams, ensuring supplier performance aligns with customer expectations for quality, responsiveness, and delivery.
• Proactively manage supplier relationships to resolve issues, mitigate risks, and ensure reliable supply for critical customer programs.
• Gather and act on feedback from internal and external stakeholders to improve sourcing processes and outcomes.

Skills

Program management experience

Supply Chain experience

Engineering and networking product

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, supply chain management, or equivalent experience

Job description

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Sunnyvale, California, is seeking a New Product Introduction Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing for Networking products and drive supplier engagement with engineering and program management teams.

You will identify and qualify suppliers, manage cost targets, and mitigate risks to ensure on-time delivery of high-tech components while aligning with HPE’s sustainability goals. The role supports a hybrid work model with some travel.