Senior Sourcing Engineer

Microsoft Corporation • Redmond, WA

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About The Position

Join the Microsoft Devices Operations (MDO) team in Redmond, WA as a Senior Sourcing Engineer, where you'll lead sourcing strategies for integrated circuit (IC) components across consumer electronics platforms. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to shape supplier relationships, drive strategic sourcing initiatives, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative and resilient hardware solutions. We are looking for a sourcing leader with deep technical and market knowledge in ICs, memory, and chipsets, who thrives in fast-paced environments and can navigate ambiguity with clarity and confidence. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategy development and execution for IC components used in Microsoft Devices.
• Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of Product Supply Agreements and contractual terms.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, capacity, and technologies to ensure continuity of supply and cost competitiveness.
• Drive alternate sourcing strategies to improve quality, reliability, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with engineering, finance, and legal teams to align sourcing decisions with product and business goals.
• Develop and maintain documentation including technical specifications, sourcing plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support resiliency initiatives by qualifying alternate sources and mitigating high-risk components.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees