Global Sourcing Leader for Key Components & Partnerships

Support Revolution; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Equity awards

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Supermicro, a leading provider of server, storage and networking solutions, seeks a Sr. Manager - Key Components to drive global sourcing and supplier relationships.

The role requires strategic thinking, cross-functional leadership, and hands-on execution across procurement and product teams. The position emphasizes collaboration with engineering, sales, and executives, with in-office work expectations in San Jose.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field is highly desirable.
• MBA or advanced degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams in hardware/software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for key components to ensure supply security.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage long-term supplier relationships to drive value and performance.
• Analyze market trends, costs, and competition to optimize procurement strategy and TCO.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams to align procurement with roadmaps and lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes using data analytics.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Business development

Vendor relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technical field

MBA or relevant advanced degree

Job description

Supermicro, a leading provider of server, storage and networking solutions, seeks a Sr. Manager - Key Components to drive global sourcing and supplier relationships.

The role requires strategic thinking, cross-functional leadership, and hands-on execution across procurement and product teams. The position emphasizes collaboration with engineering, sales, and executives, with in-office work expectations in San Jose.