Associate Project Manager

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.

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Associate Project Manager to support our growing liquid cooling solution integration projects. This role will assist senior product managers in managing schedules, coordinating cross-functional communication, and preparing materials to improve execution and responsiveness to customer needs. The Associate Project Manager will play a key role in ensuring project success by effectively managing resources,time, budget, and people, and by serving as a clear communicator across internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

Project Strategy & Procurement Alignment:

• Collaborate with RD and engineering teams to support new product development (NPI) and ensure procurement lead times match product development milestones and launch dates.
• Assess supplier capabilities, scalability, and sustainability, and provide supply chain insights to cross-functional teams to guide supplier selection and risk mitigation during the NPI phase.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the product lifecycle, key features, and market positioning.

Procurement & Vendor Management:

• Participate in supplier negotiations and collaborate with related supporting team in Asia to ensuring PO on time delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance, cost trends, and delivery reliability.
• Analyze demand forecasts and market trends; provide suppliers with accurate production forecasts and material preparation plans.

Supply Chain Planning & coordinating:

• Collaborate with internal engineering and operations teams to optimize PCB production planning, ensuring output aligns with PCBA production schedules and overall company targets.
• Analyze demand forecasts and adjust procurement strategies to meet dynamic business needs and product launch schedules.
• Develop and implement strategies to manage long lead-time and unique materials effectively.

Process Improvement & Strategic Planning:

• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, supplier collaboration, and cost efficiency.
• Implement best practices to optimize resource utilization and cost savings.
• Support cross-functional teams in forecasting, demand planning, and risk mitigation strategies

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field; PMP certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in project management or procurement within electronics or server hardware industries.
• Basic understanding of PCB manufacturing processes, materials, and quality standards.
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience in vendor negotiations, particularly with suppliers in Asia. Mandarin speaking is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency in ERP applications and Microsoft Office tools such as SAP, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience sourcing rigid, HDI, or multilayer PCBs for high-performance server applications.
• Familiarity with server architecture and component-level integration is a plus.

$75,000 - $95,000

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.