Sr. Product Manager - Key Components

Job Req ID: 27433

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:

Why This Role Matters:

Key Contributor to Growth: Play a pivotal role in driving Supermicro's success by managing the procurement and product management of critical high-valued commodities in a fast-paced industry.

Critical Role in Supply Chain Success: You'll ensure the supply of one of the most essential system components, to support production schedules across a very broad and dynamic customer base.

Optimize supplier product allocations and in-house stock level: Be able to effectively manage highly volatile sales forecasts will directly impact production and cash flow efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

What You'll Do:

Product Life Cycle Management:

• Follow up supplier roadmap, supplier product launch and Supermicro’s product readiness, to determine SKUs to enable.
• Set up Supermicro P/Ns and load to sales forecast system.
• Provide forecasts for suppliers.
• Work with System PM teams to drive product transitions. 
• Manage End-of -Life and Last-time-Buy.

Commodity Management:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned system-level key components of high-value and high-mix.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality and supply reliability, especially when supply is constrained or demand spikes.
• Accurately translate the needs of each customer and each project to secure supply allocations, not only for orders on hand but also for potential or drop-in orders, to meet the company’s fast growth.
• Stay on top with product trends and product roadmap, to manage product life and minimize excess and obsolete inventory.

Procurement Operations:

• Collaborate with Program Management teams to support system production plans.
• Plan and manage procurement activities by issuing POs in a timely manner and tirelessly manage push-and-pull based on production requirements and supplier lead time.
• Implement strategies for optimizing lead time and mitigating supply shortages.
• Monitor every PO closely in high-volume environments.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels to meet production requirements while minimizing excess inventory and preventing line down.
• Constantly evaluate and readjust inventory level based on customer types, project wins and product trend changes.

Product Cost-Price Competitiveness Analysis:

• Collect market data and feedback to supplier to ensure best cost structure.
• Propose pricing strategies to cost /pricing department to achieve best competitiveness and margin equilibrium. 
• Lead or assist with periodic reports and drop-in tasks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or a related field. An MBA degree in supply chain is highly desirable.
• Ideally 8 or a minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement, commodity management, or supply chain roles in the technology or hardware manufacturing industry is a must. Some exposure to product management is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and procurement best practices.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiations and relationship management.
• Proficiency in inventory planning, supply chain forecasting, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Strong skills in management and general reporting, which include problem-solving, prioritizing and driving informed decisions in constantly changing environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for learning, development, and career advancement.
• Impactful Work: Your efforts will contribute directly to Supermicro’s success and the creation of leading-edge technology.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic