Sourcing Consultant
HalbornSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Consumer Electronics, Wearable TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- BS degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration. Electrical engineering technical education and working experience background is a big plus
- 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management in a CM/JDM/ODM environment where all finished goods production is a combination of overseas outsourcing as well as internally manufactured. Technical engineering background is a big plus but not a must
- Knowledge in fitness wearables and associated electromechanical supply base desired, especially bare printed circuit boards, lithium ion battery cells, USB cables, material in Asia and North America
- Strong understanding and extensive experience working with Asia suppliers desired
- Mandarin Chinese language skills desired but not a must
- Certifications in APICS-CSCP or ISM-CPSM desired
- Experience in Arena PLM software a plus
- Experience in NetSuite ERP a plus
- Based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. Must be prepared to relocate if necessary
Responsibilities
- Own the commercial interaction with suppliers from quoting through execution stages for all their cost elements and incurred variances
- Manage weekly, monthly, quarterly reviews with suppliers to discuss capacity plans, clear-to-build readiness evaluation, and key performance indicators
- Constantly monitor material component market trends to mitigate any potential supply risks
- Experience managing supply and demand at scale within a high-volume consumer product company, with a proven ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery across global supply chains
- Monitor, audit and approve supplier quoting and observe trends in actual billing
- Evaluate sourcing opportunities to optimize quality/delivery/cost/inventory targets
- Partner with the hardware engineering team to drive supplier improvements and support modifications for sustaining parts
- Work collaboratively in a startup environment with a high performance supply chain and sustaining hardware engineering team
- Foster cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Provide support to other Global Supply Managers as needed to ensure cross-commodity alignment and business continuity
- Travel up to 25% globally to manage supplier relationships
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this role remote or office-based?
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA, and the successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston office.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates need a BS degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration, plus 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management in a CM/JDM/ODM environment. Electrical engineering background, knowledge of fitness wearables and electromechanical components, experience with Asia suppliers, and Mandarin skills are desired; certifications like APICS-CSCP or ISM-CPSM and experience with Arena PLM or NetSuite ERP are pluses.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the work environment like at WHOOP?
The role involves working collaboratively in a startup environment with a high-performance supply chain and sustaining hardware engineering team, fostering cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced, high-growth setting.
What makes a strong candidate for this role?
Strong candidates have the required degree and experience in strategic sourcing for electromechanical components in CM/JDM/ODM environments, especially with Asia suppliers and fitness wearables knowledge; even if you don't meet every qualification, WHOOP encourages applications valuing character alongside experience.
Whoop
Wearable fitness tracker with personalized insights
About Whoop
WHOOP offers a fitness membership that focuses on improving personal health and performance through a wearable device called the WHOOP Strap 3.0. This device continuously collects physiological data, including heart rate, sleep patterns, and recovery levels, to provide users with personalized recommendations on their daily activity, sleep needs, and readiness for performance. Unlike many competitors, WHOOP operates on a subscription model, where users pay a fee to access the membership, which includes the device and continuous insights through the WHOOP app. This model not only provides a steady revenue stream but also fosters a strong community among users, encouraging engagement through teams, challenges, and social features. The goal of WHOOP is to help users optimize their health and performance while minimizing injury risk.
Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$393.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Take Time Off: Time outside of the office is important for sleep, strain and recovery! Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.
Live a Healthy Lifestyle: Our competitive benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.
Feel Invested: In addition to a competitive base salary and 401k, you're eligible to receive stock options to share in the future of WHOOP. Work means more when you have personal stake. You have ownership in what we are building.
Eat Well: Keep hunger at bay with endless snacks in our fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy catered team lunches on Friday, and even a cold brew keg.
Know The Product: We want you to understand and experience the product firsthand. We offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.
Be Active: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers! WHOOP also offers a $500 yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.
Be Present: It’s important to be present when bringing home a new family member. Take care of your loved ones with 12 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.
Love Where You Work: Sitting in the heart of Fenway, our beautiful office overlooks Fenway Park. A prime location for great food, not to mention catching a Sox game, too!
Work Hard, Play Harder: If we don't already have a club here that fits your lifestyle and interests, you're encouraged to start one. Share your passions with others at work, or discover new ones!
Risks
Increased competition from brands like Oura and Fitbit threatens market share.
Privacy concerns over data collection could lead to regulatory challenges.
Economic downturns may affect consumer willingness to pay subscription fees.
Differentiation
WHOOP offers 24/7 physiological data tracking with its WHOOP Strap 3.0.
The company provides personalized health insights for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
WHOOP's subscription model includes a community aspect for user engagement.
Upsides
WHOOP's partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo boosts brand visibility and credibility.
Expansion into 56 markets enhances WHOOP's global presence and growth potential.
Collaborations with brands like Assos strengthen WHOOP's position in sports technology.
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