Procurement Specialist, Hardware & AI Programs

42dot; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

42dot is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our Sunnyvale team, managing sourcing across hardware, software, engineering tools, and operations while supporting cost controls with finance and legal. You’ll partner with engineering and R&D to understand requirements for prototype and production materials.

This role requires strong vendor management, supplier negotiation, and experience with ERP systems, in a fast-paced startup-like environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills.
• Experience with procurement/ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or Coupa.
• Ability to read and interpret hardware/electronic specifications.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience collaborating with engineering, finance, and legal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including sourcing and PO issuance.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers for hardware, sensors, and services.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure favorable outcomes.
• Coordinate with engineering/R&D to meet prototype and production needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and address risks or delays proactively.
• Maintain procurement records and vendor documentation in systems.
• Support budget tracking and cost analysis with finance.
• Ensure compliance with policy, export controls, and import needs.
• Assist with vendor renewals, NDAs, and MSAs with legal.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement systems

Excel/Google Sheets

Cross-functional collaboration

Reading tech specs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Coupa

Job description

42dot is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our Sunnyvale team, managing sourcing across hardware, software, engineering tools, and operations while supporting cost controls with finance and legal. You’ll partner with engineering and R&D to understand requirements for prototype and production materials.

This role requires strong vendor management, supplier negotiation, and experience with ERP systems, in a fast-paced startup-like environment.