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.JR48568 AT Capital Supplier ManagerAs a Network Supply Manager, you will develop and implement a coordinated strategy and be part of a distributed team dedicated to this function across all Assembly and Test manufacturing locations.You will participate in and/or be responsible for the development and implementation of category strategies and projects related to but not limited to supply base optimization, lead time reductions, cashflow management, cost of ownership reduction initiatives, and pricing/contract negotiations. You will also work with partners and suppliers to resolve and prevent critical issues surrounding quality and delivery.This will be done by understanding current and future needs, an analysis of market and company trends, perform and participate in the benchmarking of outstanding approaches, and see opportunities to demonstrate changes in processes, systems and product/services. Then prioritize and drive the implementation based upon estimating timing and level of savings captured.Other responsibilities include ensuring department compliance to company policies and departmental procedures. You will be responsible for providing input back to leadership on the building and implementing department strategies, processes, and policy through active participation on teams and projects.This role requires close collaboration with Category Supplier Managers, Central Engineering, Planning/Industrial Engineering, Site Engineering, Finance, Legal and other partners. Handle procurement processRun Procure to Pay (P2P) process for capital, spares and services, not limited to delivery date follow up, cash flow maintenance, budgeting process, invoice reconciliation.Maintain timely delivery (OTD) to meet the network capacity requirementHandle Supplier RelationshipAct as primary point of contact for assigned suppliersPerform commercial supplier qualification activities to ensure the commercial development of strategic suppliersMaintain collaborative relationships with supplier(s) while resolving supplier performance/capability issuesEnsure suppliers stay in sync with Micron's code-of-conduct programs and corporate social responsibility initiativesCommunicate key supplier management updates and decisions to multiple levels in the organizationProvide the voice of the supply base to Micron and vice versa.Identify and Implement Supplier-Related Savings LeversApply data and should-cost models to drive cost improvementServe as the subject matter expert for suppliers sharing knowledge with key partnersDrive Negotiations with Suppliers for Sustaining PurchasesContract extensions and renewalsCoordinate with Category Supplier Manager on global negotiations or lead local/regional sourcing events / RFQ process.Develop a contract strategy for handled suppliers and build, negotiate, monitor, and implement contracted terms and conditionsEnsure Supplier Performance ManagementContinuous improvement on Capacity and lead timePartner with the Category team and to build comprehensive view of supplier performance. Consolidates supplier performance for roll up to QBR/ASECollect and relay site- specific priorities to suppliersCollaborate internally to drive and develop key performance measures/metrics for Strategic Suppliers and supervise supplier performance against these expectations to ensure continuous supplier improvementIdentify and work on productivity improvement initiativesRequirementsBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, or related field of studyMinimum 5 years' experience in one or more of the following: Engineering, Purchasing/Procurement, Supply ChainDemonstration of strong analytical skills and problem-solving skillsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to be a persuasive advocateInnovation and teamwork focusedAble to work independently as well as with a global cross functional teamProficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications and knowledge of SAP will be added advantagePeople Leadership and/or Management experience will be an added advantage
