Strategic Buyer & Planner for NPI Support

Supermicro; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro seeks a Buyer/Planner in San Jose to drive supply chain efficiency, manage procurement, and support new product development with PM and Engineering. You will optimize supplier relationships and ensure component availability to meet customer needs.

Role requires 1–2 years in materials management and strong vendor negotiation skills, with ERP and MS Office proficiency to deliver cost savings and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in materials management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Proficiency with ERP applications and MS Office tools (SAP, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PM & Engineering teams to support new product development (NPI).
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring the timely acquisition of high-quality materials and components.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors—especially in Asia—to obtain competitive pricing and terms.
• Analyze supplier quotations based on product specifications and market conditions.

Skills

Vendor negotiations

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Materials Management

Manufacturing

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Supermicro seeks a Buyer/Planner in San Jose to drive supply chain efficiency, manage procurement, and support new product development with PM and Engineering. You will optimize supplier relationships and ensure component availability to meet customer needs.

Role requires 1–2 years in materials management and strong vendor negotiation skills, with ERP and MS Office proficiency to deliver cost savings and continuous improvement.