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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Category Manager - IT Infrastructure (HPC) - **Company:** Viridien - **Location:** Haywards Heath, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microprocessors, Open Source Technology, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), High Performance Computing, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure, Network Server - **Published:** May 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dce4e5c56ab50997 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Sourcing?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Required * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or relevant work experience. * 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management. * Strong knowledge of HPC hardware components (Servers-GPU/CPU, GPUs, CPUs, storage, and networking). * Proven experience negotiating contracts and managing complex vendor relationships. * Financial and commercial acumen with the ability to analyze cost models and TCO. * Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects. * Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and risk mitigation. Preferred * Experience in the energy, technology, or semiconductor industry. * Familiarity with open-source licensing and software models used in HPC environments. * Direct experience or strong familiarity with HPC hardware sourcing. * Certification in supply chain or procurement (CPSM, CSCP, etc.) is a plus. #LI-PC1 ## Description The Category Manager - IT Infrastructure (HPC) globally will commercially lead end-to-end strategic sourcing for high-performance computing hardware and infrastructure. This includes sourcing complete servers, compute, storage, networking, accelerators (e.g., GPUs, CPUs), and other HPC-related technologies. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, IT, legal, and finance teams to ensure strategic alignment and vendor performance., * Lead sourcing initiatives for HPC infrastructure, including compute, networking, storage, and accelerator technologies. * Partner with HPC, IT, and business stakeholders to understand requirements, define sourcing strategies, develop category plans, and deliver high-value outcomes. * Conduct competitive RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses. * Build and manage relationships with key HPC technology vendors, ensuring optimal commercial and operational performance, including performance tracking and contract renewals. * Negotiate agreements with a focus on pricing, licensing rights (where applicable), service-level agreements (SLAs), and risk mitigation. * Stay current on HPC technology trends and market dynamics to inform category strategy. * Support CAPEX/OPEX planning and budgeting for HPC infrastructure spend. * Place PO's for HPC orders ## Related Videos - [Embracing the Hybrid Cloud: Unlocking Success with Open Source Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/883-embracing-the-hybrid-cloud-unlocking-success-with-open-source-technologies) - [On developing smartphones on wheels](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/258-on-developing-smartphones-on-wheels) - [Kubernetes Security - Challenge and Opportunity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/412-kubernetes-security-challenge-and-opportunity) - [The Quantum Computing Future](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1145-the-quantum-computing-future) - [From developer to instructor and DevRel: navigating roles as as a woman in the tech industry](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/867-from-developer-to-instructor-and-devrel-navigating-roles-as-as-a-woman-in-the-tech-industry) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)