Job Description
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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
QUALIFICATIONS:
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
Skills Required
- 12+ years of experience in procurement supply chain or global supply management
- 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 and contract manufacturing
- 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
- Willingness to travel internationally
- Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools
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WHOOP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Parental & Family Support—Policies include 18 weeks of paid parental leave plus two additional weeks to support return-to-work. Feedback suggests this depth of leave is a standout element of the package.
- Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits—Offerings span medical/dental/vision mental-health support a $500 wellness stipend daily meals onsite gym/recovery tools commuter benefits and free WHOOP memberships. These wellness-forward perks collectively signal strong everyday support for employees’ health and lifestyle.
- Equity Value & Accessibility—Stock options are granted at hire and ownership is emphasized as part of total rewards. Feedback suggests this equity component is valued alongside cash compensation.
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At WHOOP we’re on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. Our wearable device and performance optimization platform has been adopted by many of the world's greatest athletes and consumers alike.
Why Work With Us
At WHOOP we’re focused on building an inclusive and equitable team with a strong sense of belonging for everyone—increasing representation in every way as our team grows. We believe that our differences are our source of strength—so much so it’s one of our core values.
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Date Posted
05/15/2026
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