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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for high performance computing hpc specialist in the United States is $68,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectHigh Performance Computing Hpc SpecialistData Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or master's in computer science, engineering, or related fields; certifications in HPC or parallel computingBachelor's or master's in data science, statistics, or related fields; certifications in data analysis or machine learning
Work EnvironmentSupercomputing centers, research labs, tech companies with HPC infrastructureTech companies, research institutions, finance, healthcare
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in scientific research, engineering, and simulation-heavy industriesIn data analysis, predictive modeling, and business intelligence across various sectors

The High Performance Computing HPC Specialist focuses on managing and optimizing supercomputing resources, while Data Scientists analyze data to extract insights. Both roles require technical skills but serve different core functions within technology and research environments.

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Infographic showing various High Performance Computing Hpc Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,249 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Program Purchasing Manager: High Performance Computing (HPC)

Farmington Hills, MI • On-site

ZF
10K+ employees

$140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

 Req ID 89686 | Gbl Elec HQ - Farmington Hills, United States Capri USA Group, Inc.

Program Purchasing Manager: High-Performance Computing (HPC)

About the Team:
This role offers the opportunity to lead a global Program Buying organization, driving procurement strategy, supplier partnerships, and new product launches while ensuring supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings extensive leadership experience in procurement and supply chain management within electronics or advanced technology industries, with a proven track record in supplier management, commercial negotiations, and cross-functional program execution.

What you can look forward to as Program Purchasing Manager: High Performance Computing (HPC):

  • Lead and develop a global team of Program Buyers, fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and best-practice sharing across regions. 
  • Direct procurement activities for new product development and program launches, ensuring milestone achievement, SOP readiness, and risk mitigation. 
  • Serve as the primary purchasing escalation point, proactively resolving program, supply, and commercial issues. 
  • Manage supplier-related engineering changes, resourcing activities, and lifecycle commercial impacts while minimizing disruption to operations. 
  • Build strategic supplier partnerships and drive improvements in supplier performance, responsiveness, and business continuity. 
  • Lead commercial negotiations, contract execution, and sourcing strategies to achieve cost, quality, delivery, technology, and risk-management objectives. 
  • Oversee component lifecycle management, material availability, supply continuity, contingency planning, and cost-reduction initiatives. 
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Legal teams to align procurement strategies with business goals.

Your profile as Program Purchasing Manager: High Performance Computing (HPC):

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or program buying roles.
  • Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing teams in a global environment.
  • Proven experience supporting new product launches and complex cross-functional programs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in supplier management and strategic sourcing.
  • Strong experience negotiating commercial agreements and supplier contracts.
  • Experience managing supplier change requests, component lifecycle management, and last-time-buy activities.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills with strong analytical and financial acumen.
  • Experience within electronics, semiconductor, or advanced technology industries. Knowledge of electronic components, processors, memory, storage, networking, and related supply chains.
  • Experience supporting global manufacturing operations and complex technical products. Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement tools, and program management methodologies.

What We Offer:

  • A supportive collaborative team environment
  • Annual Incentive Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401k Plan
  • Health Care Benefits
  • Paid Holidays 
  • A strong diversity culture
  • Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Program Purchasing Manager: High Performance Computing (HPC) and apply now!

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Bethany Vijayakumar

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With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

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