Strategic Sourcing Manager Job Listing at AMD in Taipei (Job ID 86782-en-us)

Description

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At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.  Together, we advance your career.  

THE ROLE: 

We're seeking a senior procurement manager with strong knowledge of NPI product management of AC-DC/BBU/PWR-Rack. This is an individual contributor who will be supporting Datacenter Platform Engineering Group and teams to consolidate, review, communicate and analyze for delivering the justified, aligned, well-prepared NPI products like standalone PSU, PWR shelf, BBU shelf, Super-cap. shelf, and PWR rack as part of deliverable to either AMD potential customers or internal AMD core teams for design and  validation.

THE PERSON: 

• Proficiency in supply chain principles and skills.
• Well knowledge of AC-DC/Passives/Rack.
• Advanced analytical and communications skills
• Strong multitasking and prioritizing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office applications and advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Engineering Collaboration

• Partnered with Engineering to select optimal solutions balancing cost, supply continuity, and scalability.
• Reviewed and advised on AC-DC PWR solutions to prevent EOL, NRND, incorrect PN, or industry-unique parts from entering AMD designs.
• Identified part leverage opportunities with Engineering to optimize cost and sourcing efficiency.
• Collaborated with AC-DC engineering on new validation requests (e.g., CE, Nordic EMKO, GS, CCC ), aligning technical needs with investment strategy.
• Engaged directly with PWR partners to support Engineering's component studies, reviews, and samples population within AMD core teams.

NPI Management & Material Readiness

• Actively participated in all NPI activities, maintaining end-to-end visibility of product status with Engineering.
• Coordinated NPI sample demand planning with TPM/PjM to ensure timely material availability.
• Drove material shortage mitigation plans to protect NPI builds and schedules.

Risk Mitigation & Supply Resilience

• Accessed and communicated material supply risk, cost impact, and excess exposure resulting from spec and EC changes. Collaborated with PWR partners to reduce excess exposure for each design/production phase.
• Advanced multi-source readiness in partnership with AD-DC engineering team and PWR partners to reduce single-source risk.
• Worked with AC-DC engineering team and PWR partners to define OOC and geo-diversification strategies to strengthen supply resilience.
• Developed and executed risky-buy strategies supporting both NPI and mass production ramps.

Supply Chain Enablement

• Managed POs end-to-end—from creation through delivery.
• Defined business and supply-chain models aligned with platform and CSP requirements.
• Partnered with MPM to review manufacturing fixture needs and capacity plans based on CSP enablement requests.
• Coordinated PWR partners deliverables to enable CSP-assigned manufacturing partners.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• 5+ years' experience in the Server OEM/ODM Manufacturing or Server /System Solution industry
• Direct experience in product management, procurement or supply chain function is a plus.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Powerpoint, including but not limited to the ability to analyze data using pivots.
• Proficiency in English and Bilingual in Mandarin preferred.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.

LOCATION:

Nangang,Taipei 

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.