Global Sourcing Leader — Drive Cost, Risk & Supply Strategy

Microchip Technology Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start day one

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Global Strategic Sourcing Manager in Chandler, AZ to develop and execute global sourcing strategies while strengthening supplier capability and reducing risk.

You will partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing options and financial performance. You will lead supplier relationships, drive cost reductions, and manage category procurement to support product roadmaps.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 15+ years’ experience in global strategic sourcing management.
• Strong global procurement experience using strategic sourcing methods across supplier selection, risk/compliance, negotiation, roadmap alignment, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated experience and achievement in sourcing solutions.
• Excellent relationship management and collaboration skills across suppliers, internal customers, engineering, marketing, and senior management.
• Strong negotiation skills, including international sourcing experience.
• Proven ability to drive positive change and build stakeholder relationships.
• Experience operating within fast-paced business environments.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, MS Office, Advanced Excel, and MS Project; Dynamics a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approx. 20%).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies, including supplier selection, qualification, rationalization, benchmarking, TCO, and risk mitigation.
• Lead supplier relationships, contracts, pricing agreements, performance assessments, and category management.
• Deliver cost reductions through market analysis, cost modeling, competitive sourcing, and make-versus-buy analysis.
• Build supplier and market intelligence to support sourcing strategy and planning.
• Drive lean transformation and continuous improvement across procurement processes.
• Analyze suppliers to optimize supply chain performance and mitigate risks.
• Support team development and share sourcing best practices.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with laws and company policies.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on product requirements and sourcing options.
• Manage sourcing through new product development, launch readiness, and supplier reporting.

Skills

Global procurement

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS/BA in Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

MS Project

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Global Strategic Sourcing Manager in Chandler, AZ to develop and execute global sourcing strategies while strengthening supplier capability and reducing risk.

You will partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing options and financial performance. You will lead supplier relationships, drive cost reductions, and manage category procurement to support product roadmaps.