Category Supplier Manager

Micron • Manassas, VA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. Micron is hiring a Cateogory Supplier Manager (Buyer) in Manassas, VA! This role will be the primary category point of contact for supplier interactions, performance management, and negotiations for the site. In this role, you will work with partners to build comprehensive view of supplier performance for continued sourcing success. You will participate and/or lead in the development and implementation of category strategies and projects related but not limited to cost reduction initiatives, supply base optimization, and pricing/contract negotiation.

Requirements

• 3+ years experience in strategic sourcing, quantity surveying and estimating
• Manage multiple large-scale projects (sourcing events) concurrently, ability to work with minimal supervision; strong project management skills
• Proficient in MS office
• Comfort around Senior Leaders and Executives, ability to create and deliver executive-level presentations
• Candidate with prior experience in similar roles strongly preferred
• Demonstrated negotiation skills
• Proven strong problem-solving skills
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact expertly with a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• PMP certification or equivalent, preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead Site Supplier Performance and Relationships
• Own procurement process for designated areas and accounts
• Negotiate with suppliers to meet business needs
• Support capital budgeting and cash flow management, and the execution of Global Procurement strategies
• Handle cost saving initiatives and metric
• Implement cost savings and process improvement programs
• Have deep knowledge to serve as a consultant for procurement process and supplier issues.
• Support site audits

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental and vision plans
• Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Paid family leave
• Robust paid time-off program
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed