Manager, Procurement - Components

Support Revolution; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro is seeking an experienced Manager, Components to lead a supply chain team for server components across multiple global sites. The role requires strong leadership, strategic sourcing, and inventory optimization to support product lines and revenue targets.

You will collaborate with Product Development, Sales, Engineering and Operations, while driving NPIs and improving pricing strategies. A technical or business background and 5+ years in supply chain are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technical or business field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of supply chain and product management experience in server hardware.
• Experience and knowledge of server key components, especially CPU, is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical and project management skills to collaborate with Sales, Engineering and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 3–5 direct reports and drive coordinated effort across 2 other global geo-sites.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies with assigned vendors to meet revenue targets.
• Review and determine inventory level based on build plan, consumption data and trends to optimize stock and forecast with suppliers.
• Initiate and drive NPI process to SKU up new products by monitoring supplier roadmaps.
• Work with Cost Team to help determine pricing strategies.
• Manage all supply-chain aspects of assigned SKUs as an individual contributor.
• Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical or business field

MBA or relevant advanced degree

Job description

Location: San Jose, California, United States

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.

Job Summary:

Supermicro is seeking an experienced and self‑motivated Manager, Components. As the market leader in professional server solutions, Supermicro is looking to hire someone who is passionate about managing the supply chain of one of the most critical server components. This is a fast‑moving industry. Successful candidates will be able to move and adapt quickly to changing needs and manage multiple initiatives with internal and external stakeholders. If you are dedicated, detail‑and result‑oriented, with great leadership skills, this could be the perfect role for you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 3‑5 direct reports and drive coordinated effort across 2 other global geo‑sites.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies with assigned vendors to support company product lines and meet revenue targets.
• Review and determine inventory level, based on Program Management Team’s build plan, consumption data and product trends, to ensure optimal inventory mix and level for stock on hand as well as forecast and allocations with suppliers.
• Initiate and drive NPI process to timely SKU up new products by monitoring supplier product roadmaps and closely working with Product Development and Management Teams.
• Work with Cost Team to help determine general and deal‑specific pricing strategies.
• Work as an individual contributor to manage all supply‑chain aspects of assigned SKUs.
• Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical or business field is a must; MBA or relevant advanced degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of supply chain and product management experience in server hardware industry is preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of server key components, especially CPU, is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical and project management skills – To collaborate with external partners and internal cross‑functional teams – Sales, Engineering and Operations – to drive and deliver results.

Salary Range

$120,000 - $147,000

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.