Sr Indirect Category Supplier Manager II

Micron-Technology,-Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 101,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Indirect Regional Supplier Manager to lead category strategies, drive cost reductions, and manage supplier relationships in North America.

You will oversee negotiations, RFx events, and contract terms across the indirect spend portfolio. The role requires collaboration with internal stakeholders, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with executives and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Proven negotiation experience and ability to engage in critical conversations and advocate for Micron’s interests.
• Experience with contract redlining/reviewing commercial terms for Service Agreements, Software Agreements, and Statements of Work.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and detail-orientation skills with excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to engage executives, managers, and subject matter experts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and Global Procurement to develop and execute category strategies, including cost reduction initiatives and contract negotiations.
• Source capital and operational equipment and a variety of service offerings; conduct RFx events and apply demand-management principles.
• Develop category strategies focused on savings, value creation, assurance of supply, quality, and supplier performance; conduct should-cost and benchmark analysis.
• Lead negotiations to secure favorable commercial terms and drive alignment across teams with Legal involvement.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract redlining

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in Business/Engineering/SCM/Economics

Job description

Job IDJR114644Our 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.As a Senior Indirect Regional Supplier Manager at Micron Technology, Inc., you will join our team in Indirect Procurement at one of the world's largest semiconductor companies. This role involves strategic sourcing, supplier category management, pricing analysis, cost and contract negotiations, and strong collaboration for North America, serving as the main point of contact for supplier relations, overseeing supplier performance management, and conducting competitive RFx events and negotiations.We are committed to investing in our team's development and career advancement and are looking for an ambitious person who shares our dedication to excellence and is looking for a phenomenal growth opportunity.ResponsibilitiesCollaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders and Global Procurement to develop and execute category strategies, including cost reduction initiatives, supply base optimization, and contract negotiations, while providing clear communication at executive levels supported by accurate data.Sourcing: Source capital and operational equipment and a variety of service offerings; conduct RFx events and apply demand-management principles within established procurement processes.Strategy: Develop category strategies focused on savings, value creation, assurance of supply, quality, and supplier performance; conduct should‑cost and benchmark analysis.Negotiation: Lead negotiations to secure favorable commercial terms, partner closely with Legal to finalize contracts, and drive alignment across teams through strong negotiation strategy development.Management: Oversee relationships with key suppliers, ensuring accountability, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement in supplier performance.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Business Administration/Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management.Proven negotiation experience with the ability to engage in critical conversations and advocate for Micron’s interests.Demonstrated experience in contract redlining/reviewing commercial terms for Service Agreements, Software Agreements, and Statements of Work.Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and detail‑orientation skills, with excellent verbal and written communication skills suitable for engaging executives, managers, and subject matter experts.Preferred QualificationsPrior experience in the semiconductor industry.Background in artificial intelligence process management.Experience with global or regional supplier performance programs, including developing metrics, dashboards, or continuous improvement initiatives.Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment with minimal direction and strong multitasking capability.Background in data analytics.The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:$101,000.00 - $173,000.00 a yearAdditional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 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