Armada
ITHardwareProcurementManager
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“IT Hardware Procurement Manager at Armada. Skills: IT Hardware Procurement, HPC Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management. Lead end-to-end sourcing for HPC. Lead end-to-end sourcing for sovereign AI cloud platforms”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solver
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years HPC procurement experience, 5+ years hyperscale datacenter procurement experience, Deep understanding of NVIDIA architectures, Foundational understanding of hardware-software stack, Foundational understanding of operating systems, Foundational understanding of device drivers, Foundational understanding of firmware versioning, Ability to bridge technical and financial constraints
Nice to Have
Global logistics experience, Experience navigating APAC distributors, Experience navigating EMEA distributors, Modular infrastructure experience, AI workload optimization knowledge
What You'll Do.
Lead end-to-end sourcing for HPC
Lead end-to-end sourcing for sovereign AI cloud platforms
Identify Tier 1/2 OEMs
Identify regional distributors
Vet regional distributors
Manage regional distributors
Build multi-vendor strategy
Drive contract lifecycles
Negotiate Master Purchase Agreements
Negotiate Service Level Agreements
Negotiate complex warranty support
Monitor global semiconductor trends
Mitigate long-lead-time risks
Ensure just-in-time inventory
Translate technical specs into roadmaps
Oversee procurement of integrated components
Oversee delivery of integrated components
Architect procurement workflows
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Systems Engineering; Partner with Architecture teams
Communication Scope
Strategic Communication
Process & Methodology
Procurement roadmaps
Full Job Description
About the Company Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense. With nearly half a billion dollars in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and BlackRock, and has collaborations and partnerships including NVIDIA, Palantir and Dell Technologies. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us. Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world. Job Title: IT Hardware Procurement Manager (AI Infrastructure) Location: India(remote)/Dubai Role Overview As the IT Hardware Procurement Manager, you will be the strategic architect of our global AI infrastructure supply chain. You will lead the end-to-end sourcing for high-performance compute (HPC) and sovereign AI cloud platforms. This role requires a rare blend of deep technical fluency in NVIDIA architecture and aggressive commercial acumen to ensure supply continuity in a volatile global semiconductor market. Core Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Ecosystem: Identify, vet, and manage Tier 1/2 OEMs and regional distributors for high-density servers, network gear, and cabling. Build a resilient multi-vendor strategy to eliminate single points of failure. Commercial Leadership: Drive end-to-end contract lifecycles, including Master Purchase Agreements (MPAs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and complex warranty/support negotiations. Technical Risk & Inventory Managemen
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