Senior Category Supplier Manager

Micron Technology; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, a global leader in memory and storage solutions, seeks a Category Supplier Manager in Malaysia (Penang/Batu Kawan). You will own supplier interactions, performance management, and negotiations, driving category strategies and value across the supply base.

You will collaborate with global teams on cost reduction, risk management, and innovation initiatives. The role requires 5+ years in Category Management or Strategic Sourcing, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings and leading sourcing initiatives.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced understanding of cost structures, cost modeling, and commercial analysis.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Experience leveraging AI, analytics, and digital tools to improve processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives and procurement priorities.
• Analyze spend data, sourcing patterns, supplier capabilities, and market conditions for value opportunities.
• Lead supplier segmentation and support category planning and goals.
• Establish supplier performance management and monitor stakeholder satisfaction.
• Collaborate with global/regional managers to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Drive initiatives to improve cost competitiveness, supplier performance, and service levels.
• Deliver annual cost savings and procurement performance targets.
• Provide market intelligence and pricing insights for long-term planning.
• Develop should-cost models and total cost of ownership analyses.
• Monitor supplier costs and market dynamics to manage risk and opportunities.
• Lead negotiations, RFQs, and contract renewals; ensure compliance and accountability.
• Build strong partnerships and act as trusted sourcing advisor.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Cost modeling

Commercial analysis

Communication

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Cross-functional influence

AI and analytics tools

Digital tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

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.

Do you have a passion in building a career in procurement? We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our global team dedicated to this function.

As a Category Supplier Manager, you will be the primary category point of contact for supplier interactions, performance management, and negotiations for the site.

In this role, you will work with partners to build comprehensive view of supplier performance for continued sourcing success.

You will participate and/or lead in the development and implementation of category strategies and projects related but not limited to cost reduction initiatives, supply base optimization, and pricing/contract negotiation.

Job Responsibilities

Category Management & Strategic Sourcing

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives and procurement priorities.
• Analyze spend data, sourcing patterns, supplier capabilities, and market conditions to find opportunities for value creation.
• Lead supplier segmentation activities and support category planning and goal setting.
• Establish effective supplier performance management processes and monitor stakeholder satisfaction with key suppliers.
• Collaborate with Global and Regional Category Managers and cross-functional partners to align sourcing strategies and business requirements.
• Drive initiatives that improve cost competitiveness, purchasing efficiency, supplier performance, and customer service.

Cost Management & Market Analysis

• Identify, quantify, and implement category-specific savings and value-generation opportunities.
• Deliver annual cost savings, revenue improvement, and procurement performance targets.
• Provide market intelligence, industry trends, and pricing insights to support sourcing decisions and long-term planning.
• Develop and apply should-cost models, benchmarking analyses, and total-cost-of-ownership methodologies.
• Monitor supplier cost structures and market dynamics to proactively manage risk and opportunities.

Negotiation & Contract Management

• Lead competitive sourcing events, RFQs, contract renewals, price negotiations, supplier transitions, and commercial discussions.
• Develop negotiation strategies that balance cost, quality, service, supply assurance, and risk management objectives.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, commercial terms, and service-level agreements.
• Ensure contractual compliance and drive supplier accountability for performance commitments.
• Use supplier and industry analysis to back strategic sourcing choices and long-term value creation.

Business Partnership

• Build strong relationships with key partners and serve as a trusted sourcing advisor.
• Understand business requirements and develop procurement solutions that support operational and strategic objectives.
• Drive a customer-focused approach while representing Procurement within cross-functional teams.
• Develop collaborative supplier partnerships that enhance supply chain efficiency, resilience, innovation, and cost effectiveness.
• Maintain expertise in assigned categories and continuously supervise industry developments.

Digital & AI Enablement

• Leverage AI, automation, and analytics tools to improve procurement effectiveness, accuracy, and decision‑making.
• Find opportunities to deploy AI-enabled solutions across sourcing, supplier management, and market intelligence activities.
• Champion adoption of digital technologies and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain functions.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings, managing supplier relationships, and leading sourcing initiatives.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced understanding of cost structures, cost modeling, and commercial analysis.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to influence cross‑functional teams and drive results in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Experience leveraging AI, analytics, and digital tools to improve business processes is highly desirable.

About Micron Technology, Inc.

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities - from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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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