IT Hardware Procurement Manager (HPC Infrastructure)...

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