Director of Administration (Facilities & Workplace Operations)

apartmentTP-Link Systems Inc. placeIrvine calendar_month 

About Us:

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity.

With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

Overview:

The Director of Administration is responsible for leading the company’s administrative operations, strategic procurement initiatives, workplace operations, and commercial vendor management functions across multiple business areas. This role plays a critical part in supporting operational scalability, infrastructure growth, and organizational efficiency in a fast-paced technology environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Corporate Administration & Workplace Operations
  • Office environment and workplace operations
  • Facilities / property management
  • EHS and workplace compliance
  • Front desk and administrative support functions
  • Workplace experience and operational support across departments
  1. Strategic Indirect Procurement
  • Non-production procurement and vendor management (I’m not so sure about this part)
  • Enterprise software / SaaS, IT systems, professional services procurement
  • Office furniture, operational equipment, supplies, and labor protection materials procurement
  • Supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, procurement process optimization, and cost control
  1. Fixed Asset Management
  • Company-wide asset tracking and lifecycle management
  • Establishing scalable operational controls and governance processes
  1. Corporate Projects & Operational Excellence
  • Office expansion, renovation, relocation, and infrastructure projects
  • Support for large corporate initiatives and events
  • Process optimization, operational standardization, and organizational efficiency improvements
  1. Team Leadership & Organizational Development
  • Build, structure, and lead the corporate administration and procurement organization
  • Define team responsibilities, operating models, performance expectations, and career development plans
  • Mentor and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability, ownership, continuous improvement, and customer service

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in administration, operations, facilities, or business management leadership roles.
  • Proven experience managing facilities, procurement, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and project management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead operational improvements and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience building teams, processes, and operational structure from 0 to 1
  • Operate effectively in a fast-growing and evolving environment
  • Strategic and hands-on
  • Strong cross-functional leadership and execution capability
  • Ability to scale corporate operations alongside business growth
  • Strong vendor management and strategic procurement capabilities, while still being operationally oriented

Benefits

Salary range: $160,000 - $230,000
  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial premium coverage for dependents)
  • Contributions to 401k funds
  • Over four weeks of PTO per year
  • Bi-annual pay increases
  • Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership.
  • Quarterly team-building events
At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued.
We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.

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