Global Sourcing Strategist for Cost & Risk

Microchip Technology Inc.; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. seeks a Strategic Sourcing Manager to design and execute global sourcing strategies that strengthen supplier capability, reduce risk, and align with business goals.

The role partners across functions to resolve supply challenges and provide timely technical and financial insights. Candidates should have 10+ years in global strategic sourcing, strong negotiation and relationship skills, ERP/MS Office/Excel/MS Project experience, and readiness to travel up to 25–50%

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in global strategic sourcing management.
• Experience with supplier selection, risk, negotiation, and financial analysis.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives and cost reductions.
• Strong stakeholder management across engineering, marketing, and senior management.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~20%).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies and supplier rationalization.
• Lead supplier relationships, contracts, pricing agreements, and assessments.
• Deliver cost reductions through market analysis and make-vs-buy analysis.
• Build supplier and market intelligence for planning and risk mitigation.
• Drive lean transformation and continuous improvement across procurement processes.
• Analyze suppliers to optimize supply chain performance and reduce risk.
• Share best practices and support team development.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-starter

Global sourcing experience

Travel willingness

Education

BS/BA in Supply Chain Management

Engineering / Business or related field

Preferred certifications: ISM C.P.M., CPSM, APICS CSCP/CPIM

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Advanced Excel

MS Project

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. seeks a Strategic Sourcing Manager to design and execute global sourcing strategies that strengthen supplier capability, reduce risk, and align with business goals.

The role partners across functions to resolve supply challenges and provide timely technical and financial insights. Candidates should have 10+ years in global strategic sourcing, strong negotiation and relationship skills, ERP/MS Office/Excel/MS Project experience, and readiness to travel up to 25–50%