Director, Compliance

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27109 About Supermicro: Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community.

We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Why This Role Matters

Be a Sustainability Leader: You will drive the company's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance and sustainability initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Shape the Future of Sustainability at Supermicro

You will be at the forefront of developing and implementing company-wide sustainability policies and frameworks to support our green computing mission.

Impact High-Level Decision-Making

Your expertise will influence executive leadership and board decisions, driving sustainable business strategies What You'll Do: Corporate Sustainability & Compliance Leadership: Oversee and maintain Supermicro’s sustainability policies, ensuring compliance with evolving environmental regulations. Develop and monitor internal procedures to align with sustainability goals at both company and site levels. Provide strategic guidance to executive management and the board on compliance and sustainability regulations.

Regulatory & Industry Standards Compliance

Stay updated on global sustainability trends and corporate social responsibility requirements. Ensure compliance with key environmental regulations, including EU RoHS, REACH, TSCA, CA Prop 65, and Conflict Minerals regulations. Lead responsible minerals sourcing efforts and oversee supplier due diligence in areas of labor, human rights, and environmental practices.

ESG Reporting & Supplier Due Diligence

Oversee sustainability reporting for third parties, major investors, and customers. Implement ESG reporting frameworks such as Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and Task-Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). Support design and implementation of compliance audits and track resolution of any deficiencies.

Sustainability Investment & Strategic Partnerships

Assess sustainability investments in infrastructure, performing cost-benefit analyses. Oversee the prioritization and measurement of sustainability initiatives and present project proposals to executive management. Maintain key industry memberships that support sustainability and evaluate new potential partnerships.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with the Product Engineering and Marketing teams to determine product certifications and document attributes for Supermicro’s Green Computing campaign. Support HR initiatives, including diversity programs and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs.

What You'll Bring

Education & Expertise: Advanced degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Law, or a related field preferred. Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate compliance, environmental sustainability, or social responsibility, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Subject-matter expertise in corporate sustainability, climate change, and environmental regulations at both federal and international levels.

Regulatory Knowledge & Compliance Experience

Strong understanding of sustainability-related regulations, including EU Waste Framework, TSCA, and CA Prop 65. Experience with green building and infrastructure standards such as LEED and Energy Star. Familiarity with social and human rights concerns in global supply chains and ability to guide due diligence.

Leadership & Strategic Thinking

Ability to convert high-level sustainability strategies into actionable operational plans. Strong communication and influencing skills to collaborate with executive teams, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders. Salary Range ​$197,000 - $224,000 The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs. ​ EEO Statement Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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