Supermicro
Overview
Sr. Buyer/Planner - Components role at Supermicro. This position supports procurement, planning, and inventory management to ensure the right materials for business growth. What You'll Do
Procurement & Vendor Management: Work with engineering and product management (PM) teams to support new product development (NPI). Source, purchase, and negotiate high-quality components while managing long lead-time and unique items. Manage relationships with global vendors, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Obtain and analyze vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and alignment with product specifications. Inventory Planning & Supply Chain Coordination: Plan and monitor inventory levels based on customer demand and company targets. Ensure effective forecasting and planning to maintain supply chain stability. Prepare inventory aging reports and provide insights to optimize stock levels. Process Optimization & Problem-Solving: Identify and implement solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and resource optimization. Adapt quickly to changes in market conditions, demand fluctuations, and vendor constraints. Ensure ERP system proficiency to streamline procurement and materials management. What You'll Bring
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Material Management, Manufacturing, or a related field (preferred). 8+ years of experience in materials management, procurement, and supply chain operations. Prefer Mandarin speaker as needed to work with CM\'s in Asia. Procurement & Supply Chain Expertise: Strong experience in vendor negotiations, supplier management, and inventory control. Ability to manage long lead-time and unique components, ensuring seamless procurement. Experience with IC, PCBA-related components, optical transceivers, and NIC-related technologies (a plus). Technical & Operational Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Detail-oriented, self-driven, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. What We Offer
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly influence Supermicro’s supply chain efficiency and operational success. Growth Potential: Career advancement and skill development opportunities. Collaborative Culture: A dynamic and innovative team environment. Salary & Additional Details
Salary Range: $100,000 - $133,000. The salary offered will depend on factors including location, level, education, training, skills, experience, and comparison to other employees. Eligible for bonus and equity award programs where applicable. EEO Statement
Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
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Sr. Buyer/Planner - Components role at Supermicro. This position supports procurement, planning, and inventory management to ensure the right materials for business growth. What You'll Do
Procurement & Vendor Management: Work with engineering and product management (PM) teams to support new product development (NPI). Source, purchase, and negotiate high-quality components while managing long lead-time and unique items. Manage relationships with global vendors, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Obtain and analyze vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and alignment with product specifications. Inventory Planning & Supply Chain Coordination: Plan and monitor inventory levels based on customer demand and company targets. Ensure effective forecasting and planning to maintain supply chain stability. Prepare inventory aging reports and provide insights to optimize stock levels. Process Optimization & Problem-Solving: Identify and implement solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and resource optimization. Adapt quickly to changes in market conditions, demand fluctuations, and vendor constraints. Ensure ERP system proficiency to streamline procurement and materials management. What You'll Bring
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Material Management, Manufacturing, or a related field (preferred). 8+ years of experience in materials management, procurement, and supply chain operations. Prefer Mandarin speaker as needed to work with CM\'s in Asia. Procurement & Supply Chain Expertise: Strong experience in vendor negotiations, supplier management, and inventory control. Ability to manage long lead-time and unique components, ensuring seamless procurement. Experience with IC, PCBA-related components, optical transceivers, and NIC-related technologies (a plus). Technical & Operational Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Detail-oriented, self-driven, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. What We Offer
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly influence Supermicro’s supply chain efficiency and operational success. Growth Potential: Career advancement and skill development opportunities. Collaborative Culture: A dynamic and innovative team environment. Salary & Additional Details
Salary Range: $100,000 - $133,000. The salary offered will depend on factors including location, level, education, training, skills, experience, and comparison to other employees. Eligible for bonus and equity award programs where applicable. EEO Statement
Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
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