About the role#
The Global Sourcing team manages all direct procurement for our hardware. We handle cost management from final assembly to sub-tier suppliers, including testing, certification, and capital expenditures. As a Global Sourcing Specialist (Co-op), you will support sourcing strategy and execution for a specific product line. You will negotiate contracts and costs while working with internal and external partners to bring new products to market.
What you'll do#
- Support senior team members with end to end hardware sourcing during new product introduction and mass production phases.
- Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and costs for system-level components and individual commodities.
- Find and manage suppliers, including relationship management, audits, and the onboarding process.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new products.
What you'll need#
- A BS or MS degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a similar field of study.
- Internship experience delivering results on hardware operations challenges.
- Ability to work across different time zones, including attendance at meetings outside of standard business hours.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
- Ability to work on-site at our San Mateo office 5 days per week.
Location & details#
- Location: San Mateo, California.
- Modality: On-site, 5 days per week.
- Status: Full-time, paid.
- Sponsorship: Available for this role.
About Verkada
Verkada develops an integrated platform for physical security, including video cameras, access control, and environmental sensors. Founded in 2016, the company operates out of its headquarters in San Mateo, California. It serves over 30,000 organizations across 170 countries. The company employs approximately 2,800 people.
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