SR MANAGER, FE PRO GLOBAL CAPITAL

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a Strategic Procurement Leader to oversee the Diffusion, Implant, and MFG Tech categories. The position involves developing long-term supplier strategies, leading complex negotiations, and ensuring supply assurance across global operations.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in procurement within the semiconductor industry, showcasing strong leadership and commercial negotiation skills. The role includes managing a team and leveraging digital tools to enhance procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Proven capability in supplier qualification and performance management.
• Experience managing teams in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own category strategies for procurement.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations for capital equipment.
• Ensure supply continuity and manage risks.

Skills

Supplier management

Commercial negotiations

Technical skills in semiconductor procurement

People management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Digital procurement tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Provide strategic leadership for Diffusion, Implant, RTP, Pumps, Chillers & Abatement and MFG Tech categories procurement across Micron's global front-end manufacturing network. The role is responsible for category strategy, supplier management, commercial negotiations, capital equipment affordability, and technology roadmap alignment while ensuring supply assurance and execution excellence.

Job Description

Category & Supplier Strategy

Own sourcing and category strategies for Diffusion, Implant, RTP, Pumps, Chillers & Abatement and MFG Tech equipment suppliers. Develop long‑term supplier roadmaps aligned with Micron technology and manufacturing objectives. Drive supplier competitiveness, capability, innovation and risk mitigation strategies. Lead executive supplier reviews and strategic business planning activities.

Commercial Leadership

Lead complex commercial negotiations involving capital equipment purchases, service agreements, capacity commitments and strategic partnerships. Deliver sustainable cost improvements, productivity gains and capital efficiency. Establish and govern commercial frameworks supporting business growth and technology transitions.

Cross‑Functional Partnership

Partner with Technology Development, HVM Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Planning and Legal teams. Translate business requirements into supplier strategies and commercial solutions. Support node development, fab expansion and ramp readiness activities.

Supply Assurance & Risk Management

Ensure equipment availability supports technology development and HVM ramp schedules. Identify and mitigate capacity, supply continuity and geopolitical risks. Develop contingency and business continuity plans for critical suppliers.

Team Leadership

Lead and develop procurement professionals supporting the category. Build succession capability and technical‑commercial expertise within the organization. Drive a high‑performance and customer‑focused culture.

Scope

Global responsibility for Diffusion, Implant, RTP, Pumps, Chillers & Abatement and MFG Tech categories. Strategic engagement with major semiconductor equipment suppliers. Direct influence on capital spending, supplier performance and technology readiness. Leadership of a global procurement team supporting multiple sites and stakeholders.

Job Requirements & Preferred Experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Microelectronics, Business Administration, Engineering Management, or related field, followed by >10 years of progressive, post‑baccalaureate experience in job offered or in a Process Engineering or Supply Chain‑related occupation.
• Technical Skills
  • Strong experience in supplier management and commercial negotiations, including contract execution, price benchmarking, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis within a semiconductor or capital equipment environment.
  • Proven capability in supplier qualification, performance management, and RFQ execution, with hands‑on experience driving cost, quality, and delivery improvements across assigned supplier portfolios.
  • Working knowledge of front‑end capital equipment procurement (e.g., wafer fab tools, modules, or subsystems), with ability to balance technical and commercial trade‑offs in supplier engagements.
• Soft Skills (Including People Leadership)
  • Proven people management and team leadership experience, with ability to coach and develop Category/Supplier Managers, set clear priorities, and drive accountability in delivering team and organizational objectives.
  • Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills, with ability to align engineering, operations, and procurement teams to execute sourcing strategies effectively.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving capability, with ability to translate data, supplier performance insights, and market intelligence into actionable plans and drive issue resolution.
  • Clear and effective communication skills, with ability to present business updates, risks, and recommendations to leadership and guide team members in structured communication.
• Experience managing a team of >5 sourcing or supplier managers in a global or multi‑site environment. Track record of building high‑performing teams and improving team capability/productivity.
• AI / Digital Capability
  • Ability to leverage digital procurement tools and AI‑enabled analytics (e.g., spend analytics, dashboards, data visualization, or AI‑assisted insights) to enhance supplier management, improve decision‑making, and drive operational efficiency within the team.

EEO Statement

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.