Senior NPI Project Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Supermicro is seeking a procurement and supply chain professional to join our team in California. The role focuses on sourcing, vendor management, and inventory planning to support product development and growth.

You will work closely with engineering and PM teams on NPI, manage long-lead components, and optimize cost and reliability across global suppliers. A strong ERP and MS Office background is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Procurement & vendor management with engineering/PM for NPI.
• Source, purchase, and negotiate components with long lead-time and unique items.
• Manage relationships with global vendors for quality, reliability, and cost.
• Obtain and analyze vendor quotations for pricing alignment.
• Plan and monitor inventory levels based on demand and targets.
• Forecast and plan to maintain supply chain stability.
• Prepare aging reports and optimize stock levels.
• Identify and implement process improvements; adapt to market changes.
• Ensure ERP proficiency to streamline procurement and materials management.

Skills

Vendor negotiations

Supplier management

Inventory control

ERP proficiency

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

NPI collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Material Management

Manufacturing

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

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.