Procurement Manager-Chip Business

The Procurement Manager – Chip Business will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for semiconductor and advanced technology products that support AI infrastructure, cloud services and data centre growth. The portfolio includes processors, GPUs, memory, storage, networking equipment and related hardware. The position combines commercial negotiation, market intelligence and supply-chain planning to secure the products and capacity required for business expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies for semiconductor, computing and AI infrastructure products, translating technical demand into procurement plans.
• Identify, assess and onboard qualified manufacturers, distributors, original equipment manufacturers and technology partners.
• Lead end-to-end procurement from supplier discovery and RFQ/RFP preparation through technical and commercial evaluation, negotiation, contract award and purchase order release.
• Build long-term supplier partnerships and negotiate pricing, capacity allocations, lead times, warranties, service levels and contractual protections.
• Monitor semiconductor market conditions, pricing, production capacity and supply-demand trends, sharing intelligence that supports purchasing decisions.
• Assess exposure to component shortages, geopolitical developments and logistics interruptions; develop contingency sources and mitigation plans.
• Work with engineering, design, operations, finance and project teams to confirm specifications, budgets, forecasts and delivery priorities.
• Track supplier performance, inventory positions and production schedules, resolve delivery issues and report procurement risks and results to senior management.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants should have a strong background in strategic procurement, technology sourcing or supply-chain management, preferably involving semiconductors, servers, GPUs, networking or other specialist hardware. A relevant degree or equivalent professional background in procurement, supply chain, technology or business is useful. The role calls for confidence working with complex technical specifications, global suppliers, commercial agreements and changing market conditions. Candidates should be able to demonstrate successful responsibility for sourcing technical products, negotiating commercial terms and managing supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation, supplier relationship management, cost analysis, risk assessment, forecasting, contract management, market research and cross-functional communication are essential. Strong Excel and reporting skills are valuable.