New College Grad - Indirect Category Supplier Manager

Micron Technology, Inc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc is seeking a New College Grad - Indirect Category Supplier Manager to manage end-to-end supplier relationships across indirect categories in a fast-paced environment. You will partner with cross-functional teams, lead supplier qualification, and drive compliance with the company’s code of conduct and CSR expectations.

You will translate market insights into sourcing strategies, participate in RFx events, and collaborate with legal to negotiate terms, ensuring continuity of

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or procurement.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with autonomy.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and collaborator communication skills.
• Experience negotiating and redlining contracts in partnership with legal teams.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end supplier relationship management for indirect categories, including performance, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional team members as the regional category lead to align demand, priorities, and sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier qualification to support selection, onboarding, and development of strategic suppliers across the region.
• Drive supplier compliance with Micron’s Supplier Code of Conduct and CSR expectations.
• Translate market intelligence and pricing trends into actionable insights for decision-making.
• Lead negotiations and commercial actions to deliver value, manage risk, and ensure continuity of supply.
• Lead RFx/sourcing events through award and transition; align regional and global strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field

Job description

Req ID: JR109847 New College Grad - Indirect Category Supplier Manager

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end supplier relationship management for assigned indirect categories, including flawless performance, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional team members as the regional category lead to align demand, priorities, and sourcing strategies.
• Lead commercial supplier qualification to support selection, onboarding, and development of strategic suppliers across the region.
• Drive supplier compliance with Micron’s Supplier Code of Conduct and corporate social responsibility (CSR) expectations.
• Translate market intelligence and pricing trends into actionable insights that inform team member decisions.
• Build and maintain regional cost models and benchmarks to support should-cost analysis and sourcing arguments.
• Lead negotiations and commercial actions (renewals, extensions, repricing, and supplier transitions) to deliver value, manage risk, and ensure continuity of supply.
• Lead RFx/sourcing events through award and transition; coordinate with Global Category Supplier Managers to align regional and global strategies.
• Incorporate savings targets, total cost considerations, and collaborator requirements into sourcing strategies and negotiations.
• Define and implement contract strategies for assigned categories; negotiate terms, ensure alignment with requirements, and manage contract adherence.
• Build strong, positive relationships with cross-functional teams through a customer-focused, helpful approach.
• Establish a comprehensive view of supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, and service) and drive improvement plans with collaborators and suppliers.
• Lead supplier governance cadence (e.g., QBRs, annual evaluations, and executive reviews) to strengthen performance, accountability, and strategic alignment.

Impact in This Role

Deliver measurable cost, risk, and service outcomes across assigned categories through careful sourcing and supplier performance management. Generate year-over-year savings and cost avoidance that support business priorities and improve total cost of ownership! Strengthen supplier capability and accountability through structured governance and data-driven improvement plans. Enable faster, higher-quality decisions for collaborators by providing market insights, benchmarks, and clear commercial recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or procurement.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing effectively and operating with a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and collaborator communication skills.
• Experience negotiating and redlining contracts (e.g., service agreements, statements of work, and software licensing), in partnership with legal and collaborators.
• Analytical approach with strong attention to detail; comfortable using data to drive decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Interest in using AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and decision-making, where appropriate.
• Experience leading RFx processes and negotiations across indirect spend categories in North America (e.g., services, IT, facilities, or professional services).

Job Profile(s)

Buyer 3

Relocation Level

TBD

Micron Benefits

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 Benefits | Micron Technology, Inc

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Accommodations

For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at [e-mail] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)