Senior Manager-Supply Chain

Microchip Technology Inc.; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits starting day one

ESP P program with 2-year look back

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in the United States seeks a Senior Manager-Supply Chain in Supplier Operations to lead a team across multiple US manufacturing sites. You will direct purchasing activities, ensure ITAR compliance, and drive supplier performance.

The role emphasizes cost savings, timely PO placement, contract negotiation, cross-functional collaboration, and annual/quarterly goal setting. Strong leadership and communication are essential in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business discipline required.
• 5+ years of supply chain management experience.
• 5+ years of managerial or supervisory experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate purchasing activities for materials, products, and services.
• Drive procurement process improvements to reduce cycle times and costs.
• Manage suppliers and ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Collaborate across finance, operations, engineering, and planning.
• Lead audits and set annual/quarterly goals for the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business discipline

Bachelor's degree, Supply Chain or Supply Management

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

AI-assisted sourcing tools

Job description

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our; we affectionately refer to it as the *Aggregate System* and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.Visit our page to see what exciting opportunities and company await!**Job Description:**Microchip has an opportunity for **Senior Manager-Supply Chain**in the Supplier Operations department. This position will lead and develop a team of supply chain professionals across multiple manufacturing sites in the US to supply essential goods and services for critical operations.**Essential Functions*** Plan, direct, and coordinate purchasing activities for materials, products, and services.* Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements, including ITAR.* Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes to increase efficiency, reduce cycle times, and enhance cost savings.* Manage suppliers and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely purchase order placement, order maintenance, and resolution of supplier related issues.* Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships that ensure reliable delivery, competitive pricing, and long-term partnership value.* Monitor supplier performance through key metrics including on-time delivery, quality defect rates, and responsiveness.* Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve favorable pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements* Ensure that purchased materials and services conform to or meet the specified requirements.* Collaborate with finance, operations, engineering, planning, quality, and other departments to align procurement with organizational needs* Participate in and lead department audits.* Develop, monitor and measure annual and quarterly goals for the team.* This position has the authority and responsibility for obligating Microchip Technology via purchase order and contract commitments.**Requirements/Qualifications:****Requirements/Qualifications:****Required Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in a business discipline* 5+ years of supply chain management job experience* 5+ years of manager or supervisor experience* Proficient with MS Office products; Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint* Strong organizational, documentation, and writing skills* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Strong presentation skills* Able to contribute as a reliable and effective team member with minimal supervision* Able to coordinate multiple facets of the operation**Preferred Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree, Supply Chain or Supply Management* Strong familiarity with ERP/procurement systems and AI-assisted sourcing tools* Strong familiarity with Defense and Aerospace procurement* Analytical skills for spend analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment**Critical Physical Requirements*** Sit 80%; stand 10%, walk 10%; must be able to perform activities that include hearing, talking, seeing.This position is not eligible for Microchip immigration sponsorship.**Travel Time:**0% - 25%**Physical Attributes:**Hearing, Seeing, Supervises Others, Talking**Physical Requirements:**Sit 80%; stand 10%, walk 10%; must be able to perform activities that include hearing, talking, seeing.This position is not eligible for Microchip immigration sponsorship.**Travel Time:**25% - 50%**Physical Attributes:**Bending at Waist, Carrying, Crouching, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Other, Reaching, Supervises Others, Works Alone, Works Around Others**Physical Requirements:**50% sitting, 25% standing, 25% walking**Pay Range:**We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $89,000-$206,000.\\*\\*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the .**To all recruitment agencies**: *Microchip Technology Inc. **does not** accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.*At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to empower innovation to enhance the human experience. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission.