SR PRINCIPAL GSM, FE PRO GLOBAL CAPITAL
Core
Lead strategic supplier and category management for global capital equipment to support Micron's technology development and manufacturing roadmap.
Role type
Principal Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Global sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and capital equipment supply chains for semiconductor manufacturing
Domain
Semiconductor / Capital Equipment Procurement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Strategic category management, complex commercial negotiations, supplier relationship management, should-cost methodologies, AI-enabled procurement tools, data analytics, global stakeholder influence
Preferred skills
Semiconductor capital equipment experience, advanced node program support, supplier cost structure knowledge, executive engagement, business insight
Technologies
AI-powered sourcing tools, predictive analytics, automation platforms, business intelligence tools
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global category strategies for capital equipment suppliers; Lead complex commercial negotiations including pricing and capacity commitments; Build executive-level relationships with strategic suppliers; Drive supplier performance improvement in cost, quality, delivery, and innovation; Employ AI and automation to boost sourcing efficiency and decision quality; Partner with Technology Development and Global Operations to align sourcing with business roadmaps
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership & mentorship
