Manager, Hardware Sourcing

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com. 

About Astera Labs 

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) is a pioneering fabless semiconductor company headquartered in Silicon Valley, driving the evolution of AI and cloud infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. As a leader in rack-scale architecture, Astera Labs is enabling the shift to AI Infrastructure 2.0, where compute is optimized at the rack level to support the demands of next-generation workloads. 

Our portfolio includes high-performance silicon, software, and system-level solutions that address critical bottlenecks in data movement across compute, memory, and networking domains. Leveraging technologies such as PCIe®, CXL®, Ethernet, and UALink™, we deliver scalable, interoperable platforms that empower hyperscale data centers to deploy AI and cloud services with greater efficiency and flexibility. 

We are committed to open standards, software-defined architectures, and continuous innovation as we work to expand our product offerings and customer engagements. We foster a collaborative environment for professionals passionate about solving complex challenges and shaping the future of intelligent infrastructure. 

Job Description: 

We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Hardware Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives across the component, PCB, PCBA, mechanical parts, etc. 

In this role, you will partner with cross-functional teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with Astera Labs’ technology roadmap and business objectives. You’ll play a key role in identifying and securing the tools, platforms, and partnerships that power our silicon innovation, while driving cost optimization, supplier performance and long-term value. 

This is a unique opportunity to influence the sourcing strategy behind cutting-edge products and help scale a fast-growing company at the forefront of AI and cloud infrastructure. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and execute category sourcing strategies for component, PCB, PCBA, mechanical parts, etc. 

• Partner with R&D and engineering teams to align sourcing strategies with technology roadmaps and product development timelines. 

• Analyze industry trends, supplier capabilities and cost structures to identify opportunities for risk mitigation and cost savings. 

• Drive supplier relationship management programs to ensure performance, compliance and continuous improvement. 

• Build and maintain should-cost models, total cost analyses and financial assessments for strategic deals. 

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related field. 

• 7+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supplier management in PCBA area. 

• 5+ years of experience in components and PCBA level sourcing. 

• Proven track record of negotiating with suppliers on PCBA level. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex negotiations and manage supplier relationships across global teams. 

• Willingness to travel as needed for suppliers visiting and meeting.