Commercial Sourcing Manager, Network Systems
Fremont, CA • Full Time
Meta
Infrastructure
Data Center Operations
Data Center Strategy
Operations
The Global Technology Hardware Sourcing Team moves fast and leverages key partnerships to drive technical innovation, high quality standards and cost-savings via a customized supply chain. As a Network Systems Commercial Sourcing Manager, you will act as the primary commercial contact for critical Network Hardware commodities and products (e.g., Network Interface Cards & Switches), sourcing across the Meta supply base, while developing optionality on sources of supply as required. Sourcing activities will include, but not be limited to, identification of Hardware availability and options, developing and leading negotiation and sourcing strategies, partnering with Meta Network Hardware Engineering teams to develop a business and technology roadmap in support of Meta’s hardware goals and objectives and driving sourcing decisions on a global basis. Working closely with the Network Hardware Engineering Teams, the Sourcing Manager will lead the commercial engagements for prototype sourcing and development in support of new product development and new product introduction. The Sourcing Manager will also be responsible for the deployment of selected solutions and technologies, and supplier management with particular emphasis in the areas of sourcing for advanced technologies. Additionally, the Sourcing Manager will be responsible for contracts, negotiations, joint development models, Intellectual Property, licensing, and the development of global commodity and supply chain strategies to enable Meta to meet time-to-development/time-to-production goals, while managing the total landed cost. This position reports to the Director of Global Technology Network Sourcing.
Commercial Sourcing Manager, Network Systems Responsibilities
  • Develop, manage and refresh sourcing strategies and roadmaps for Network with an understanding of the actively managed adjacent technologies such as OEM, JDM, and commodity supply base.
  • Maintain current knowledge of networking technologies and industry trends to perform competitive analysis on relevant products.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with executive management at core suppliers. Influence supplier business models, roadmaps, and support to ensure Meta's commercial and technical requirements are met.
  • Provide commodity and supplier experience and consulting to design engineering for technology migration and lower TCO.
  • Drive supplier proposals and RFQs. Resolve all commercial queries arising from the quote process and formalize business awards.
  • Own supplier negotiations
  • provide review and input for product development and master supply agreements.
  • Support product transfer from NPI to mass-production.
Minimum Qualifications
  • 10+ years of business or supply chain experience in the data center, hyperscalers, cloud service providers, compute, or AI system hardware supply chain and associated industries.
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or degree in a related technical or business field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in commodity management in a high tech environment.
  • Proven experience to move seamlessly from strategy to execution and deliver tangible results.
  • Demonstrated communication skills, experience influencing, negotiating, building consensus and making key decisions.
  • Experience interfacing with internal and external partners in a time-sensitive, often ambiguous and cross-functional environment, requiring a wide latitude for judgment while coordinating people and technical resources.
  • Proven understanding of "should cost" modeling for supply chain and design for value trade-offs.
  • Direct experience partnering with C-suite executives and leaders in top networking suppliers/partners.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Leadership and management experience.
  • MSEE or MBA preferred.
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About Meta
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$144,000/year to $201,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.


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Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations) in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form .