Job description

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement 

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for semiconductor and technology-related products, including GPUs, CPUs, memory, storage systems, networking equipment, and AI infrastructure components. 

 Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers and manufacturers to ensure continuity of supply. • Lead end-to-end procurement activities from sourcing and RFQs/RFPs through contract award and purchase order issuance. 

 Establish long-term procurement strategies to secure capacity allocations and favorable commercial terms with strategic suppliers. 

 Monitor global semiconductor market trends, pricing movements, and supply-demand dynamics. 

 Develop strategic partnerships with GPU, AI accelerator, and semiconductor manufacturers to secure long-term supply capacity supporting the company's AI cloud and hyperscale data center growth plans.

Supplier & Vendor Management 

Build and maintain strategic relationships with key technology vendors, distributors, OEMs, and semiconductor manufacturers. 

 Conduct supplier performance evaluations and implement continuous improvement initiatives. 

 Manage supplier negotiations relating to pricing, lead times, warranties, service levels, and contractual obligations. 

Resolve supply chain issues, shortages, and delivery challenges in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders. 

Ensure compliance with approved supplier and vendor management processes.

Supply Chain Risk & Inventory Management 

 Assess and mitigate supply chain risks related to semiconductor shortages, geopolitical factors, logistics disruptions, and market volatility. 

 Develop contingency sourcing plans and alternative supplier strategies. 

 Collaborate with planning and operations teams to optimize inventory levels and procurement forecasts. 

Monitor supplier capacity and production schedules to support project delivery timelines.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration 

Partner closely with engineering, design, operations, finance, and project teams to understand procurement requirements and technical specifications. 

 Support business case development and budgeting exercises through market intelligence and cost analysis. 

Provide procurement expertise during project planning and execution phases. 

Present sourcing strategies, procurement performance, and market insights to senior management