IT Hardware Procurement Manager; HPC Infrastructure On Site

Position: IT Hardware Procurement Manager (HPC Infrastructure On Site
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 with in 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