Overview:

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to take ownership of sourcing and supplier strategy for high-value, mission-critical AI and HPC infrastructure components. This role plays a key part in ensuring cost efficiency, supply continuity, and successful delivery in a fast-moving, technology-driven environment. You will work closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Operations teams, while managing local and global suppliers across GPUs, servers, storage, and networking technologies.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Own/lead negotiations on pricing, lead times, contracts, and supply terms to ensure cost-effectiveness and long-term availability.
• Source and procure GPUs, servers, storage, networking equipment, and IT consumables supporting AI and HPC deployments.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with global suppliers and distributors.
• Plan, track, and optimize inventory levels, delivery schedules, and payment terms aligned with business objectives.
• Analyze supplier quotations, market trends, and aging reports to support informed sourcing decisions.
• Partner with Product Management and Engineering to validate technical requirements and support new product introductions (NPI).
• Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors through performance reviews and scorecards.
• Develop sourcing strategies to manage market shortages, EOL risks, long lead times, and unique components.
• Drive process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency, accuracy, and cost control.
• Support cross-functional forecasting, demand planning, and risk mitigation initiatives.