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Summary
Department Introduction:
The Procurement team plays a critical role in building strong supplier partnerships, delivering value, and ensuring reliable supply across the business. We work cross-functionally to improve cost, quality, and performance while supporting responsible and sustainable sourcing practices!
Position Overview:
As a Category Supplier Manager, you will lead supplier relationships and performance within an assigned category. You will develop and implement sourcing strategies, support cost and supply goals, and partner with internal teams to drive continuous improvement. This role has a direct impact on supplier performance, business continuity, and overall procurement success.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers and build strong, collaborative relationships
- Lead supplier performance management using clear metrics and continuous improvement practices
- Develop and implement category strategies focused on cost, supply continuity, and quality outcomes
- Lead negotiations for pricing, contracts, and sourcing events to achieve business objectives
- Analyze market trends, benchmarking data, and cost models to inform sourcing decisions
- Partner with cross-functional teams to align supplier performance with business priorities
- Plan and lead supplier business reviews and strategic meetings to drive accountability and results
- Ensure suppliers meet compliance standards, including ethical, regulatory, and social responsibility expectations
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related role
- Experience measuring and improving supplier performance using defined metrics (e.g., cost savings, delivery, or quality KPIs)
- Experience ensuring supplier adherence to procurement policies and compliance requirements
- Experience presenting insights and recommendations to senior or executive stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with cross-functional teams to align supplier strategy and performance
- Experience leading supplier business reviews or strategic events (e.g., executive reviews, roadmap discussions)
- Strong negotiation and contract management experience in a global environment
- Experience using cost modeling, market data, or benchmarking to guide decisions
- Demonstrated ability to coach or mentor team members and contribute to team development
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. 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 micron.com/careers/benefits .
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related role
- Experience measuring and improving supplier performance using defined metrics (e.g., cost savings, delivery, or quality KPIs)
- Experience ensuring supplier adherence to procurement policies and compliance requirements
- Experience presenting insights and recommendations to senior or executive stakeholders
- Experience working with cross-functional teams to align supplier strategy and performance
- Experience leading supplier business reviews or strategic events (e.g., executive reviews, roadmap discussions)
- Strong negotiation and contract management experience in a global environment
- Experience using cost modeling, market data, or benchmarking to guide decisions
- Demonstrated ability to coach or mentor team members and contribute to team development
Micron Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The RAM 401(k) plan provides a dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 5% of eligible pay with automatic enrollment and escalation. After‑tax contributions and in‑plan Roth conversions add flexibility for additional savings.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with HSA/FSA support, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs are documented. Access to the Micron Family Health Center at Boise for enrollees adds onsite care in certain locations.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan enables purchases of company stock at a 15% discount in multiple regions. Company materials also reference equity participation, reinforcing employee ownership opportunities.
Micron Technology Insights
What We Do
We are a world leader in innovative memory solutions that transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. For over 45 years, our company has been instrumental to the world’s most significant technology advancements, delivering optimal memory and storage systems for a broad range of applications.
Why Work With Us
Global opportunities, team member development, and career advancement—Micron invests in you and celebrates your skills, a growth mindset, and the tenacity to strive. At Micron, everyone innovates.
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