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We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.\nJob Summary:\nDrive Supply Chain Efficiency: Your expertise in procurement and planning will be instrumental in maintaining a stable and efficient supply chain, ensuring Supermicro can meet customer demands effectively.\n Support Innovation & Product Development: You will work closely with Product Management and Engineering to support new product development (NPI) and secure key components for advanced technology solutions.\nOptimize Inventory & Vendor Relations: As a Senior Buyer/Planner, you will play a key role in managing inventory, negotiating with global suppliers, and ensuring long-term component availability.\nLead Strategic Sourcing Initiatives: Identify new suppliers, evaluate supplier capabilities, conduct cost analysis, and implement sourcing strategies that improve cost, quality, delivery, and supply resilience.\nDrive Cost Reduction Programs: Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to execute cost-saving initiatives through price negotiations, alternative sourcing, value engineering,and supplier performance improvements.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nProcurement & Vendor Management:\nCollaborate with PM & Engineering teams to support new product development (NPI).\nManage procurement processes, ensuring the timely acquisition of high-quality materials and components.\nSource, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors-especially in Asia-to obtain competitive pricing and terms.\nAnalyze supplier quotations based on product specifications and market conditions.\nConduct supplier business reviews and maintain strong strategic supplier relationships.\nDevelop alternate and secondary supplier options to strengthen supply chain resilience.\nMonitor market trends, commodity pricing, and industry developments to proactively address supply challenges.\nSupply Chain Planning & Inventory Management:\nPlan and monitor inventory levels to align with customer requirements and company targets.\nDevelop and implement strategies to manage long lead-time and unique components effectively.\nPrepare and analyze inventory and aging reports to optimize supply chain efficiency.\nSupport demand planning and forecast reviews with suppliers to ensure adequate supply capacity.\nMonitor supplier lead times, production capacity, and delivery commitments to minimize supply disruptions\nProcess Improvement & Strategic Planning:\nIdentify opportunities to improve procurement accuracy and streamline supply chain processes.\nImplement best practices to optimize resource utilization and cost savings.\n Support cross-functional teams in forecasting, demand planning, and risk mitigation strategies.\nLead supplier cost reduction initiatives through commercial negotiations, alternative sourcing, and value engineering.\nDevelop sourcing risk mitigation plans for sole-source and long lead-time components.\nTrack and report sourcing KPIs, including cost savings, supplier performance, on-time delivery, and sourcing cycle time.\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline preferred.\n8+ years of experience in materials management, procurement, or supply chain operations.\nStrong ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with keen attention to detail.\nDemonstrated experience in vendor negotiations, particularly with suppliers in Asia.\nExcellent communication and organizational skills, with a problem-solving mindset.\nProficiency in ERP applications and Microsoft Office tools such as SAP, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.\nSalary Range\n$115,000 - $145,000\nThe 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. 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