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In this role, you will be the bridge between HRT’s external vendors and our research, trading, and infrastructure teams. You will manage the sourcing and purchasing of high-performance hardware, software, and complex data sets, be responsible for circuit billing management and documentation, and play a key role in monitoring our paid services to ensure full utilization. \nThe ideal candidate for this role is an analytical and technically-minded procurement professional who combines vendor management experience, financial acumen, and the organizational rigor to optimize our end-to-end procurement process - from sourcing and purchasing to inventory tracking and asset management.\nResponsibilities\nDrive end-to-end relationships with global vendors across specialized server hardware, network gear, software, enterprise licensing, and other products. Lead high-stakes renewals and negotiations to secure competitive pricing, flexible terms, and strict SLAs\nArchitecture and execution of cross-border hardware delivery strategies. Manage global shipping logistics, customs clearance, import/export compliance (VAT, tariffs, ECCN ratings), and international depot staging across North America, EMEA, and APAC\nOversee global circuit inventory, co-location cross-connects, and dark fiber billing. Implement automated auditing to continuously reconcile circuit utilization against recurring spend\nWork alongside systems and software engineers to design, test, and improve internal workflows, building automated tools for asset tracking, procurement ticketing and inventory forecasting\nAct as a central, proactive communicator translating complex technical requirements from engineering teams into actionable commercial orders and deliveries\nQualifications\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field\n4-7+ years in enterprise technology procurement, IT operations, or technical supply chain coordination, ideally within high-performance computing, fintech, telecommunications, or trading environments\nProven track record managing complex international supply chains, customs brokers, and cross-border hardware logistics\nDeep understanding of IT infrastructure components (servers, switches, FPGAs, optical networking, data center equipment) and software licensing models\nAdvanced experience working with large data sets using SQL, Python, or advanced Excel. Hands-on experience with modern ERP platforms (Workday, SAP, or NetSuite) and ticketing/workflow systems (Jira, ServiceNow)\nYou bring hands-on experience in technology procurement, vendor negotiations, and inventory management, and you've thrived in environments where speed and precision are non-negotiable\nKindness and empathy are real requirements - no “smart jerks” at HRT\nHighly autonomous with a \"roll-up-your-sleeves\" mentality. You're naturally curious about how things work - whether it's a vendor's API, an ERP workflow, or a data pipeline - and you're eager to get your hands dirty building better solutions rather than waiting for someone else to do it\nThe estimated base salary range for this position is 150,000 to 200,000 USD per year (or local equivalent). The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.\nCulture\nHudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.\nAt HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization-from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues - whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.\nFeel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.\nPlease be advised: Use of AI tools by an applicant during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited, unless otherwise instructed or agreed upon. We employ various methods to evaluate the authenticity of candidate responses. 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