Senior NPI Project Manager

Supermicro; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Supermicro in San Jose, CA, seeks an experienced procurement and supply chain leader to drive vendor management, NPI support, and inventory planning. You will negotiate with global suppliers, manage long lead-time items, and optimize stock levels while collaborating with engineering and PM teams in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead negotiations, manage supplier relationships, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Material Management, Manufacturing, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in materials management, procurement, and supply chain operations
• Mandarin speaker preferred to work with CM's in Asia

Responsibilities

• Support new product development (NPI) through procurement and vendor management.
• Source, purchase, and negotiate components while managing long lead-times.
• Plan inventory levels and coordinate supply chain to ensure availability

Skills

Vendor negotiations

Supply chain coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Mandarin language ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Material Management/Manufacturing or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

MS Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

About Supermicro

Job Req ID: 29927

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

• Ensure a Stable & Efficient Supply Chain: You will play a critical role in purchasing, planning, and inventory management, ensuring Supermicro has the right materials to support business growth.
• Drive Strategic Vendor Relationships: Your expertise in procurement and negotiation will help optimize costs, secure high-quality components, and maintain supplier partnerships.
• Support Innovation & Product Development: You will work closely with engineering and product management teams to ensure smooth new product introduction (NPI) and long-term component availability.

What You’ll Do

• Procurement & Vendor Management:
  • Work closely with engineering and product management (PM) teams to support new product development (NPI).
  • Source, purchase, and negotiate high-quality components while managing long lead-time and unique items.
  • Manage relationships with global vendors, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Obtain and analyze vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and alignment with product specifications.
• Inventory Planning & Supply Chain Coordination:
  • Plan and monitor inventory levels based on customer demand and company targets.
  • Ensure effective forecasting and planning to maintain supply chain stability.
  • Prepare inventory aging reports and provide insights to optimize stock levels.
• Process Optimization & Problem-Solving:
  • Identify and implement solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and resource optimization.
  • Adapt quickly to changes in market conditions, demand fluctuations, and vendor constraints.
  • Ensure ERP system proficiency to streamline procurement and materials management.

What You’ll Bring

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Material Management, Manufacturing, or a related field (preferred).
  • 8+ years of experience in materials management, procurement, and supply chain operations.
  • Prefer Mandarin speaker as neeed to work with CM's in Asia.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Expertise:
  • Strong experience in vendor negotiations, supplier management, and inventory control.
  • Ability to manage long lead-time and unique components, ensuring seamless procurement.
  • Experience with IC, PCBA-related components, optical transceivers, and NIC-related technologies (a plus).
• Technical & Operational Skills:
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Detail-oriented, self-driven, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly influence Supermicro's supply chain efficiency and operational success.
• Growth Potential: Supermicro invests in career advancement and skill development, providing opportunities for long-term success.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of talented professionals in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Salary Range

$100,000 - $130,000

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.