NCG - Indirect Category Supplier Manager

Micron Technology • Boise, ID

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About The Position

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. 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.

Impact in This Role
Deliver measurable cost, risk, and service outcomes across assigned categories through careful sourcing and supplier performance management. Generate year-over-year savings and cost avoidance that support business priorities and improve total cost of ownership! Strengthen supplier capability and accountability through structured governance and data-driven improvement plans. Enable faster, higher-quality decisions for collaborators by providing market insights, benchmarks, and clear commercial recommendations.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or procurement.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing effectively and operating with a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and collaborator communication skills.
• Experience negotiating and redlining contracts (e.g., service agreements, statements of work, and software licensing), in partnership with legal and collaborators.
• Analytical approach with strong attention to detail; comfortable using data to drive decisions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Interest in using AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and decision-making, where appropriate.
• Experience leading RFx processes and negotiations across indirect spend categories in North America (e.g., services, IT, facilities, or professional services).

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end supplier relationship management for assigned indirect categories, including flawless performance, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional team members as the regional category lead to align demand, priorities, and sourcing strategies.
• Lead commercial supplier qualification to support selection, onboarding, and development of strategic suppliers across the region.
• Drive supplier compliance with Micron’s Supplier Code of Conduct and corporate social responsibility (CSR) expectations.
• Translate market intelligence and pricing trends into actionable insights that inform team member decisions.
• Build and maintain regional cost models and benchmarks to support should-cost analysis and sourcing arguments.
• Lead negotiations and commercial actions (renewals, extensions, repricing, and supplier transitions) to deliver value, manage risk, and ensure continuity of supply.
• Lead RFx/sourcing events through award and transition; coordinate with Global Category Supplier Managers to align regional and global strategies.
• Incorporate savings targets, total cost considerations, and collaborator requirements into sourcing strategies and negotiations.
• Define and implement contract strategies for assigned categories; negotiate terms, ensure alignment with requirements, and manage contract adherence.
• Build strong, positive relationships with cross-functional teams through a customer-focused, helpful approach.
• Establish a comprehensive view of supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, and service) and drive improvement plans with collaborators and suppliers.
• Lead supplier governance cadence (e.g., QBRs, annual evaluations, and executive reviews) to strengthen performance, accountability, and strategic alignment.

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: Associate degree