Global Commodity Manager, Hard Disk Drives, Tape Storage
Sunnyvale, CA, USA · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 23, 2026
- Experience
- 7 years required in procurement and supply chain management; preferred qualification: 10 years managing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and Tape Storage commodities.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field or equivalent practical experience.
About the job
Develops sourcing strategies and manages supplier agreements, selection, and performance for Google’s hard disk drive and tape storage commodities.
What you'll do
- Develop long-term sourcing strategies and supply chain improvements for Hard Disk Drives and Tape Storage.
- Negotiate and manage master purchase agreements and supplier relationships, including cost, quality, delivery, technology alignment, and resiliency.
- Lead cross-functional supplier selection and coordinate with engineering on early engagement and roadmap alignment.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.
- Experience in Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and Tape Storage category or commodity management, agreement negotiation, and supplier development.
Nice to have
- MBA or Master's degree in a technical or engineering field.
- 10 years of experience managing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and Tape Storage commodities; knowledge of the industry, manufacturing, assembly and test processes, and investigative skills in industry analysis, cost modeling, quotation analysis, roadmap development, and supplier selection.
Pay
$159000 - $230000 (USD) base salary
Tools
Hard Disk Drives, Tape Storage
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