Super Micro Computer, Inc

Sr. Manager, Procurement - Key Components

Super Micro Computer, Inc$150K — $180K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field, MBA, or advanced degree preferred
  • Knowledge of server/workstation hardware business models
  • Familiarity with machine learning accelerators
  • Minimum 8 years of leadership experience in cross-functional teams in product management
  • Strong analytical, marketing, and project management skills
  • Excellent communication skills for directing product development
  • Ability to cultivate business relationships internally and externally
  • Understanding of B2B business models
  • Hands-on experience is highly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for key components
  • Lead contract negotiations and manage long-term supplier relationships
  • Analyze market trends and cost structures to optimize procurement strategy
  • Collaborate with Engineering to align procurement with technology roadmaps
  • Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes using data analytics
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to resolve supply chain bottlenecks
  • Provide product expertise to sales teams and support customer success

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Eligibility for participation in bonus programs
  • Potential for equity award programs
Full Job Description
Job Req ID: 29521

Job Summary:

A brilliant opportunity exists for an outstanding individual capable of fitting into this very rewarding Sr. Manager - Key Components role. As the market leader in professional server solutions, Supermicro is looking to hire someone who can bring added value to the team. This is a fast moving, emerging business, and successful candidates will be able to move and adapt quickly to changing needs, manage multiple initiatives, engage at all executive levels both inside Supermicro and with partners, and have a proven record of developing products as well as business model from the ground up. If you are dedicated, energetic and detail-oriented, this could be the perfect role for you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for key components to ensure supply security and competitive advantages
  • Lead contract negotiations and manage long-term strategic relationships with key suppliers to drive value, innovation, and performance.
  • Analyze market trends, cost structures, and competitive forces to optimize procurement strategy and TCO (Total Cost of Ownership).
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams to align procurement requirements with long-term technology roadmaps and product life cycles.
  • Drive continuous improvement in key component procurement processes, leveraging data analytics to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to develop and execute GTM (Go To Market) strategy, resolve supply chain bottlenecks and support business-critical needs.
  • Support and provide product subject matter expertise and leadership to sales functional team training with both internal and external
  • Collaborate with sale team to nurture customer success, meet and exceed company's business growth target
  • Collaborate with external vendors on requirements definition and solution development


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering/technical field, MBA, Supply Chain Management or relevant advanced degree is highly desirable
  • Knowledge of server/workstation hardware business models preferred
  • Knowledge of machine learning accelerator preferred
  • Minimum of 8 years' experience in leadership of cross-functional teams, ideally in hardware and software solution product management and marketing preferred
  • Strong analytical, marketing and project management skills - a drive for results and a history of successful execution on projects
  • Strong communication skills and ability to help direct product development and presentation
  • Ability to develop business relationships from scratch, both internal and external to Supermicro
  • Understanding of B2B business model
  • Candidates with strong hands-on ability is highly preferred


Please note that this position requires regular in-office attendance. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office during standard working hours as determined by the company. In-office collaboration and participation in team meetings, training sessions, and other on-site activities are essential aspects of this role. Candidates should consider the commuting distance and be prepared to fulfill their responsibilities in the designated office location.

Salary Range

$150,000 - $180,000

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
NASDAQ

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