Job Description
IT Hardware Procurement Manager (HPC Infrastructure) - Sussex, On Site
£65,000-£75,000
Our ambitious and technology-driven client is seeking an experienced IT Hardware Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing and commercial management of high-performance computing infrastructure and enterprise hardware technologies.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused procurement professional with strong experience purchasing enterprise IT infrastructure, servers, GPU/CPU hardware, storage, and networking technologies within a fast-paced global environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead procurement and sourcing activities for HPC and enterprise IT infrastructure hardware
* Manage purchasing of servers, GPUs, CPUs, storage, networking, and related technologies
* Develop sourcing strategies and category plans aligned to business requirements
* Run RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and cost optimisation initiatives
* Build and manage strategic relationships with technology vendors and suppliers
* Negotiate pricing, SLAs, commercial terms, and contract renewals
* Support CAPEX/OPEX budgeting and infrastructure spend planning
* Raise and manage purchase orders for hardware procurement activities
* Monitor market trends and emerging technologies to support procurement strategy
* Work closely with IT, engineering, finance, and operational stakeholders globally
Required Skills & Experience
* 5+ years’ experience within IT procurement, strategic sourcing etc
* Strong experience purchasing enterprise IT infrastructure and hardware solutions
* Knowledge of servers, GPU/CPU technologies, storage, and networking hardware
* Proven supplier and contract negotiation experience
* Strong commercial and financial acumen including TCO analysis
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and supplier relationships simultaneously
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Desirable Skills
* Experience within technology, engineering, semiconductor, or energy sectors
* Exposure to HPC environments or high-performance infrastructure procurement
* Knowledge of open-source licensing and software models
* Supply chain or procurement certifications such as CPSM or CSCP
Package
* Competitive salary with attractive bonus scheme
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Private medical and dental options
* Flexible benefits platform and wellbeing support
* Onsite gym facilities
* Regular social and reward events