Sr. Buyer/Planner - Components

Job Req ID: 24289

About Supermicro:

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide.

We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms.

Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community.

We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

Under general direction, the Senior Buyer/Planner at Super Micro Computer, Inc.

plans and coordinates the purchasing functions of the technological division; coordinate the work of the buyers, purchases high quality supplies, materials and equipments in accordance with informal and formal bidding procedures; prepare specifications and contracts for services/supplies.

If you are dedicated, energetic and detail-oriented, this could be the perfect role for you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The responsibilities will include, but not limited to:


* Work with PM & Engineering design team on the new product development (NPI) support


* Plan, and Monitor inventory levels based on customer requirements and company target levels; ensures adequate planning and forecasting to maintain supply chain stability


* Experience in dealing with vendors in Asia


* Obtain and negotiate competitive quotation and analysis the vendor quotation based upon product specification


* Long lead time & unique components management


* Prepare inventory and aging reports as needed


* Able to function in a very fast paced environment and can adapt to changes quickly


* Extremely detail-oriented and self-driven

Qualifications:



* Bachelor's degree in business administration, material management, manufacturing or similar discipline preferred


* Minimum of 8 years materials management, procurement and supply chain experience preferred


* Strong communication and organizational skills with ability to work on multiple priorities at once


* Ability to identify opportunities to increase accuracy and optimize resources develop/recommend/implement solutions


* Proven ability to resolve problems independently and take appropriate action in a timely manner


* Proficient in ERP applications and Microsoft Office programs such as SAP, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint


* GPU related products experience and technical background is a plus.

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 ...