Principal Category Supplier Manager

Micron • 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. As a Principal Category Supplier Manager at Micron Technology, Inc., you join our team in Indirect Procurement that manages the global IT and Professional Services at one of the world's largest semiconductor companies. We bring sophisticated new technologies and professional services expertise into Micron from many of the world’s leading companies who serve as our suppliers. This is an exciting, fast-paced area that is critical to the success of the company and has the attention of senior executives across Micron. We are committed to investing in our team's development and career advancement and are looking for an ambitious person who shares our dedication to excellence and is looking for a phenomenal growth opportunity.

Requirements

• Bachelor/Master's Degree in Business, Business Administration/Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics or similar fields of study.
• 5+ years' experience in a role focused full-time on procurement or contract negotiation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for negotiation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter authorities.
• Ability to work well in a dynamic environment that requires a high degree of multitasking with minimal direction.

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years' experience as a Senior Category Supplier Manager at a semiconductor company.
• 3+ years working in indirect procurement procuring software and/or professional services.
• Proven experience managing and negotiating complex contracts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal customers and external suppliers, crafting strategies to ensure a robust and efficient supply chain.
• Set strategy and direction for Micron globally, working with members of Micron's regional procurement teams at Micron sites to implement strategies.
• Source solutions and services, including research on software, IT hardware, and various service offerings.
• Operate within established processes to carry out RFx activities and demand management.
• Build category strategies to drive savings, value, assurance of supply, quality, and supplier performance within the assigned category.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers and partner with the Legal team to complete contracts.
• Manage Micron’s relationship with key suppliers, holding them accountable, resolving issues, and improving supplier performance.

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: Senior