Director, Supply Chain / Project Management

Supermicro • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

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.

We are seeking a Director with 10+ years of experience in AI server or HPC hardware manufacturing and strong project management expertise. This role manages end‑to‑end supply chain operations—including NPI and ramp up materials planning, market trend analysis, logistics & shipping hub operations, inventory management—and leads cross‑functional projects to ensure on‑time, cost‑efficient delivery of complex AI server products.

Requirements

• 12+ years in supply chain roles within AI server, HPC, or related hardware manufacturing.
• Strong background in materials, planning, purchasing, logistics, and inventory control.
• Proven project management experience leading cross‑functional hardware or manufacturing initiatives.
• ERP/MRP proficiency (SAP, Oracle, preferred).
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead materials planning, demand forecasting, and production readiness for AI server programs.
• Drive supplier contract negotiations, ensure on time delivery and overall cost improvements.
• Oversee global logistics, import/export compliance, and 3PL/4PL hub operations.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while reducing shortages, excess, and obsolescence.
• Manage cross‑functional projects for NPI (New Product Introduction) and capacity ramp‑ups.
• Drive supply chain process improvements and partner with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Services, and Program Management teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees