HPC Category Manager

CGG SA; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and data company in Haywards Heath seeks an HPC Category Manager to lead the strategic sourcing for high-performance computing hardware. This role involves partnering with various stakeholders to define sourcing strategies and manage vendor performance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of relevant experience. The company offers a competitive salary, a robust benefits package, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Highly attractive bonus scheme

Flexible benefits platform

Cycle purchase scheme

Onsite Gym Facilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.
• Proven experience negotiating contracts and complex vendor relationships.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives for HPC infrastructure, including compute and networking technologies.
• Partner with stakeholders to develop category plans.
• Negotiate pricing and service-level agreements with vendors.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering

Tools

HPC hardware knowledge

Job description

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Summary

The HPC Category Manager globally will commercially lead end-to-end strategic sourcing for high-performance computing hardware and infrastructure. This includes sourcing complete servers, compute, storage, networking, accelerators (e.g., GPUs, CPUs), and other HPC-related technologies. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, IT, legal, and finance teams to ensure strategic alignment and vendor performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead sourcing initiatives for HPC infrastructure, including compute, networking, storage, and accelerator technologies.

Partner with HPC, IT, and business stakeholders to understand requirements, define sourcing strategies, develop category plans, and deliver high-value outcomes.

Conduct competitive RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses.

Build and manage relationships with key HPC technology vendors, ensuring optimal commercial and operational performance, including performance tracking and contract renewals.

Negotiate agreements with a focus on pricing, licensing rights (where applicable), service-level agreements (SLAs), and risk mitigation.

Stay current on HPC technology trends and market dynamics to inform category strategy.

Support CAPEX / OPEX planning and budgeting for HPC infrastructure spend.

Place PO's for HPC orders

Qualifications and Experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or relevant work experience.

5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.

Strong knowledge of HPC hardware components (Servers-GPU / CPU, GPUs, CPUs, storage, and networking).

Proven experience negotiating contracts and managing complex vendor relationships.

Financial and commercial acumen with the ability to analyze cost models and TCO.

Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects.

Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and risk mitigation.

Preferred

Experience in the energy, technology, or semiconductor industry.

Familiarity with open-source licensing and software models used in HPC environments.

Direct experience or strong familiarity with HPC hardware sourcing.

Certification in supply chain or procurement (CPSM, CSCP, etc.) is a plus.

Why work with us?

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Highly attractive bonus scheme

Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program

Company pension with generous employer contribution

Wellbeing Unmind app - puts you in control of your mental health

A flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!

Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year

Cycle purchase scheme

Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes

Sponsorship of visas / comprehensive relocation packages

Bank Holiday Swap - our holiday swap program allows you to change it for another day of your choice!

Relaxed dress code policy

Onsite Gym Facilities

Learning and Development

At Viridien, we foster a culture of continuous learning and provide tailored training programs through our Learning Hub, designed to enhance technical, commercial, and personal growth.

We Care about the Environment

We encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.