Director of Procurement (Hardware)

At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members, from elite athletes to executives, to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. WHOOP is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead Global Supply Management (GSM) across Boston and APAC. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, this leader will define and execute global sourcing strategies that ensure cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and world-class supplier performance. This role will be instrumental in scaling procurement capabilities to support rapid growth, partnering cross-functionally to drive alignment from new product introduction through mass production. Lead the global GSM organization across regions, establishing clear ownership, accountability, and performance standards Define and execute sourcing strategies across key commodities, balancing cost, quality, lead time, and supply risk Own executive-level supplier relationships, including contract manufacturers and strategic component suppliers, leading negotiations and long-term agreements Drive cost excellence through should-cost modeling, cost roadmaps, and continuous cost reduction initiatives across the product lifecycle Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure sourcing strategies support NPI, ramp, and sustaining production Build and scale a high-performing global team, strengthening capabilities in negotiation, analytics, and supplier management 12+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or global supply management, ideally within consumer electronics or high-growth hardware environments Proven experience leading and developing global, distributed teams Deep expertise in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost modeling Strong understanding of electronics supply chains, including components, contract manufacturing, and APAC supplier ecosystems Demonstrated ability to operate effectively across both strategic and executional responsibilities Experience supporting new product introduction and scaling into mass production Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence Engineering, Operations, and Finance partners Willingness to travel internationally to support supplier engagement and business needs Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office. Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply. WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values. At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success. The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $195