Super Micro Computer, Inc

Director, Supply Chain / Project Management

Super Micro Computer, Inc$185K — $230K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years in supply chain roles within AI server, HPC, or related hardware manufacturing.
  • Strong background in materials, planning, purchasing, logistics, and inventory control.
  • Proven project management experience leading cross-functional hardware or manufacturing initiatives.
  • ERP/MRP proficiency (SAP, Oracle, preferred).
  • Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead materials planning, demand forecasting, and production readiness for AI server programs.
  • Drive supplier contract negotiations, ensuring on-time delivery and cost improvements.
  • Oversee global logistics, import/export compliance, and 3PL/4PL hub operations.
  • Maintain optimal inventory levels while reducing shortages, excess, and obsolescence.
  • Manage cross-functional projects for New Product Introduction (NPI) and capacity ramp-ups.
  • Drive supply chain process improvements and collaborate with multiple teams.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Participation in bonus and equity award programs.
Full Job Description
Job Req ID: 29016

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Director with 12+ years of experience in AI server or HPC hardware manufacturing and strong project management expertise. This role manages end-to-end supply chain operations-including NPI and ramp up materials planning, market trend analysis, logistics & shipping hub operations, inventory management-and leads cross-functional projects to ensure on-time, cost-efficient delivery of complex AI server products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities but not limitied to:
  • Lead materials planning, demand forecasting, and production readiness for AI server programs.
  • Drive supplier contract negotiations, ensure on time delivery and overall cost improvements.
  • Oversee global logistics, import/export compliance, and 3PL/4PL hub operations.
  • Maintain optimal inventory levels while reducing shortages, excess, and obsolescence.
  • Manage cross-functional projects for NPI (New Product Introduction) and capacity ramp-ups.
  • Drive supply chain process improvements and partner with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Services, and Program Management teams.


Qualifications:

  • 12+ years in supply chain roles within AI server, HPC, or related hardware manufacturing.
  • Strong background in materials, planning, purchasing, logistics, and inventory control.
  • Proven project management experience leading cross-functional hardware or manufacturing initiatives.
  • ERP/MRP proficiency (SAP, Oracle, preferred).
  • Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.


Salary Range

$185,000 - $230,000

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.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc

Super Micro Computer, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells server solutions based on modular and open architecture. The company offers a range of server, storage, and networking solutions, as well as application-optimized software. Super Micro Computer's products are used in data centers, cloud computing, enterprise IT, big data, high performance computing, and embedded systems. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Learn more about Super Micro Computer, Inc
Size
4,155 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$88.5 million
5 Year Trend
+15.9%
Revenue
$3.2 billion
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