Buyer/Planner - Key Components

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.

Under general direction, the 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 equipment's in accordance with formal bidding procedures; prepare specifications and contracts for services/supplies.

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned system-level key components of high-value and high-mix: Issue purchase orders, track schedule and delivery.
• 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 optimize stock level and minimize excess and obsolete inventory.
• Work with sales and Program Management teams to support system build plans.
• Assist managers with periodic reports and drop-in tasks.

• BS in Business or Engineering major preferred.
• 2+ years relevant work experience in supply chain.
• Familiar with MRP system and Proficient in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication, writing skills and detail oriented.
• Able to function in a very fast-paced environment and can adapt to changes.

$70,000 - $85,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.