We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.
This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.
THE ROLE
Join us as a Materials Program Manager to orchestrate end-to-end material readiness and drive operational excellence within our global supply chain. In this role, you will bridge product concepts to mass production by managing Bill of Materials risk assessments, vendor quote lifecycles, and early production ramp-ups. You will act as the critical focal point connecting engineering, global commodity managers, cost operations, and our manufacturing partners to ensure fluid execution. Your operational ownership directly secures product launch timelines and optimizes structural product costs, fueling our ability to scale against global market demands.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Ensure Material Readiness: Drive material and supply chain readiness from initial concept through early production handoff, executing clear-to-build material goals with manufacturing partners to proactively close shortages and eliminate program risks.
- Manage Material Risk: Conduct rigorous Bill of Materials risk analyses to identify, escalate, and mitigate sourcing vulnerabilities—such as component obsolescence, long lead times, or single-source dependencies—ensuring long-term pipeline stability.
- Optimize Product Costing: Validate cost BOMs, manage New Product Introduction quotes, and transition project economics into standard cost models to protect product margin healthy and drive competitive business advantages.
- Prevent Financial Liability: Oversee material demand changes to mitigate and actively disposition excess and obsolete inventory during critical product introduction phases, balancing material flexibility with financial discipline.
- Own Procurement Execution: Manage purchase orders to support qualification builds, proactively expediting or adjusting allocations to preserve engineering schedule integrity and ensure a seamless pipeline transition to mass production.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Supply Chain Expertise: A seasoned understanding of material planning, logistics, or operations within an electronics-based manufacturing environment, enabling you to resolve a wide range of diverse scope issues creatively.
- Analytical Command: Proficiency utilizing Material Requirements Planning systems alongside strong data-driven evaluation skills to guide strategic, objective sourcing decisions.
- Strategic Sourcing Judgment: Demonstrated ability to select methods and techniques for assessing total cost factors (including duties, freight, and service terms) while independently managing supplier risks.
- Cross-Functional Influence: Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills used to build cross-functional trust, gain cooperation, and network effectively with internal teams and external contract manufacturers.
- Autonomous Problem Solving: A strong track record of taking end-to-end ownership of complex projects, requiring minimal day-to-day instruction to successfully deliver operational results under tight timelines.
We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Santa Clara office in compliance with Pure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:
- Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge, and aspire to be trailblazers.
- Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been named Fortune's Best Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
- Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.
And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.
ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:
Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at TA-Ops@purestorage.com if you’re invited to an interview.
OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:
We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership.
Everpure is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.
Join us and bring your best.
Bring your bold.
Pure and simple.
