AMAX · 3 months ago
Sr Purchasing Specialist/Purchasing Manager
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expAMAX is a globally recognized leader in GPU-accelerated IT infrastructure, specializing in high-performance computing solutions. They are seeking a Sr Purchasing Specialist/Purchasing Manager to negotiate contracts, source IT hardware, and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness and supply availability.
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Responsibilities
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and long-term supply availability
Source and procure GPUs, servers, storage, networking equipment, and IT consumables
Build and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers and distributors
Plan, track, and optimize inventory levels, delivery schedules, and payment terms to align with business objectives
Analyze supplier quotations, market conditions, and aging reports to support cost-effective decision-making
Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams to validate technical requirements and support new product introductions (NPI)
Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors through performance reviews and scorecards
Develop strategies to manage market shortage, EOL, long lead-time or unique components effectively
Identify and implement process improvements to streamline procurement workflows, enhance accuracy, and reduce costs
Support cross-functional teams in forecasting, demand planning, and risk mitigation strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
3-5+ years of procurement, materials management, or supply chain operations experience
Proven experience in IT hardware, server solutions, GPU clusters, or HPC industry
Strong vendor negotiation and contract management experience, particularly with suppliers
Exposure to global supply chain operations and international trade regulations
Good understanding of IT hardware, servers, networking equipment, and GPU accelerators
Familiarity with GPU specifications and server configurations
Ability to interpret technical datasheets and evaluate hardware compatibility
Knowledge of ICs, PCBAs, optical transceivers, or NICs is a plus
Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
Strong cost analysis, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) assessment, and risk management skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, logistics, finance, and project teams
Preferred
Experience in high-growth tech environments or startups
Familiarity with HPC, AI, or cloud infrastructure procurement cycles
Knowledge of import/export compliance, tariffs, and trade regulations
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Commuter benefits
Disability insurance
Company
AMAX
We are an IT infrastructure design company delivering solutions by transforming IT components into specialized products through intelligent engineering design.
201-500 employees
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