About the role#
The Global Sourcing team manages all direct procurement for hardware, covering cost management from final assembly to sub-tier supply chain suppliers. As a Global Sourcing Specialist (Co-op), you will support direct sourcing strategy and execution for a product line, managing commercial relationships and contracts. You will work within an environment that moves products from concept to customer delivery.
What you'll do#
- Support senior team members with end-to-end hardware sourcing responsibilities during new product introduction and mass production phases.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts for operational aspects, including cost management and margin analysis.
- Identify and manage suppliers, including relationship management, audits, and onboarding.
- Collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams to deliver new products.
What you'll need#
- BS or MS degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Previous internship experience delivering results on challenging hardware operations tasks.
- Ability to work across different time zones and attend meetings outside of traditional business hours.
- Willingness to travel up to 30%.
- Ability to commute to the San Mateo office 5 days per week.
Location & details#
- Location: San Mateo, California, United States.
- Modality: On-site (5 days per week).
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is available for this role.
