Micron Technology, Inc
Category Supplier Manager
Micron Technology, Inc, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708
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.Join an inclusive team that is passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the steadfast pursuit of innovation for customers and partners! The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation Micron is pursuing. Join our team!The Global Procurement team is an integral engine to Micron’s growth, delivering best-in-class total cost and supply chain resiliency through innovative predictive capabilities, risk analysis, and a focus on sustainability and diversity. Our business goals are directly tied to the value we place on our team members – our greatest asset. We invest in our people through a skills-based learning and development model to build clear career pathways for development and career growth. We also strive to create an engaging and inclusive culture by building camaraderie and celebrating the diverse perspectives of all our global team members. Join us and discover why Micron’s Global Procurement team is the preferred destination to ignite your talent!As a Category Supplier Manager on our Indirect Procurement team sourcing IT and Professional Services, you will be responsible for bringing sophisticated new technologies and related professional services into Micron from many industry-leading companies that serve as our suppliers. You'll be conducting strategic sourcing initiatives, planning and carrying out negotiations using supplier and industry analysis, benchmarking, and cost management. Through the execution of a category strategy, you will also be building positive relationships with internal partners, driving outstanding, cost, supply, and resilience.Locations: Boise or possibly San Jose.
Key Responsibilities
Category Management & Strategic SourcingSource solutions and services that may include software, IT hardware, and various professional service offerings.Recommend targets to improve value such as high revenue, spending reduction, purchasing efficiency, customer services, and supplier managementAnalyze sourcing trends and make recommendations for assigned categoriesParticipate in supplier segmentation and strategic goal-settingCost Management & Analysis
Identify and evaluate category-specific savings/revenue leversDrive category savings/revenue and scorecard metric targetsProvide market intelligence and category price trends to relevant internal partnersLeverage should-cost models for assigned categories that are benchmarked and relevant to the global marketplaceNegotiation
Lead or participate in negotiations for contract extensions and renewals, renegotiation of prices, transfers, etc.Lead sourcing events/RFQ process into bundled negotiationIncorporate savings targets and contract requirements into negotiationsDevelop a contract strategy for suppliers in assigned categories and build, negotiate, monitor, and enforce contracted terms and conditionsBusiness Partnering
Collaborate with Team members and suppliers to deliver strategic solutionsDevelop and maintain expertise in the assigned spend categories through relationships with key partnersDrive a customer-centric approach to solving issues and representing ProcurementYou have:
A strong negotiation skill and willingness to engage in critical conversations and advocate for Micron's interestsThe ability to navigate a dynamic and at times ambiguous environment that requires frequent multitasking, prioritization, and a proactive mentality.Strong problem-solving and critical reasoning skillsQualifications & Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration/Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, or similar field of studyExcellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills with an ability to interact expertly with a diverse group of internal partners, team members, and suppliers.Preference for experience in similar rolesAs a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.
For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on
micron.com/careers/benefits
.Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.To learn about your
right to work click here.To learn more about Micron, please visit
micron.com/careersFor US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at
hrsupport_na@micron.com
or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
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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.Join an inclusive team that is passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the steadfast pursuit of innovation for customers and partners! The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation Micron is pursuing. Join our team!The Global Procurement team is an integral engine to Micron’s growth, delivering best-in-class total cost and supply chain resiliency through innovative predictive capabilities, risk analysis, and a focus on sustainability and diversity. Our business goals are directly tied to the value we place on our team members – our greatest asset. We invest in our people through a skills-based learning and development model to build clear career pathways for development and career growth. We also strive to create an engaging and inclusive culture by building camaraderie and celebrating the diverse perspectives of all our global team members. Join us and discover why Micron’s Global Procurement team is the preferred destination to ignite your talent!As a Category Supplier Manager on our Indirect Procurement team sourcing IT and Professional Services, you will be responsible for bringing sophisticated new technologies and related professional services into Micron from many industry-leading companies that serve as our suppliers. You'll be conducting strategic sourcing initiatives, planning and carrying out negotiations using supplier and industry analysis, benchmarking, and cost management. Through the execution of a category strategy, you will also be building positive relationships with internal partners, driving outstanding, cost, supply, and resilience.Locations: Boise or possibly San Jose.
Key Responsibilities
Category Management & Strategic SourcingSource solutions and services that may include software, IT hardware, and various professional service offerings.Recommend targets to improve value such as high revenue, spending reduction, purchasing efficiency, customer services, and supplier managementAnalyze sourcing trends and make recommendations for assigned categoriesParticipate in supplier segmentation and strategic goal-settingCost Management & Analysis
Identify and evaluate category-specific savings/revenue leversDrive category savings/revenue and scorecard metric targetsProvide market intelligence and category price trends to relevant internal partnersLeverage should-cost models for assigned categories that are benchmarked and relevant to the global marketplaceNegotiation
Lead or participate in negotiations for contract extensions and renewals, renegotiation of prices, transfers, etc.Lead sourcing events/RFQ process into bundled negotiationIncorporate savings targets and contract requirements into negotiationsDevelop a contract strategy for suppliers in assigned categories and build, negotiate, monitor, and enforce contracted terms and conditionsBusiness Partnering
Collaborate with Team members and suppliers to deliver strategic solutionsDevelop and maintain expertise in the assigned spend categories through relationships with key partnersDrive a customer-centric approach to solving issues and representing ProcurementYou have:
A strong negotiation skill and willingness to engage in critical conversations and advocate for Micron's interestsThe ability to navigate a dynamic and at times ambiguous environment that requires frequent multitasking, prioritization, and a proactive mentality.Strong problem-solving and critical reasoning skillsQualifications & Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration/Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, or similar field of studyExcellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills with an ability to interact expertly with a diverse group of internal partners, team members, and suppliers.Preference for experience in similar rolesAs a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.
For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on
micron.com/careers/benefits
.Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.To learn about your
right to work click here.To learn more about Micron, please visit
micron.com/careersFor US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at
hrsupport_na@micron.com
or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
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