Micron (San Jose ops) · Boise
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Our 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.
We are shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing by building strong, strategic supplier partnerships that keep our operations running efficiently and competitively. Our procurement team plays a critical role in enabling innovation, optimizing cost structures, and ensuring supply chain resilience. We work cross-functionally, act with urgency, and continuously look for smarter ways to deliver value!
As a Sr Category Supplier Manager for the Tool Install category, you will lead key procurement strategies that directly impact business outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of supplier management, cost optimization, and innovation, giving you the opportunity to influence sourcing decisions and strengthen supplier performance. You will partner closely with internal stakeholders and leverage data, market insights, and AI-enabled tools to drive smarter decisions and measurable results.
Responsibilities:
Develop category strategies, supplier segmentation frameworks, and measurable performance targets
Identify savings and revenue opportunities; drive cost, efficiency, and scorecard improvements
Lead sourcing events, RFQs, and contract negotiations including renewals and pricing optimization
Share market intelligence and pricing trends using should-cost models and benchmarking
Leverage AI-enabled tools and analytics to improve procurement decisions, contract insights, and process efficiency
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience in construction or tool install category management
Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations
Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
Expertise in material cost structures and cost analysis
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in indirect category management within the semiconductor industry
Familiarity with procurement tools such as Ariba, SAP, and SCOUT
Proven ability to develop and execute category strategies in complex environments
Experience leveraging AI or data-driven tools in procurement processes
Track record of driving supplier performance and cost optimization initiatives
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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