Global Sourcing Manager, Gases — Materials Excellence & AI

The Global Procurement team plays a crucial role in Micron’s growth by providing predictive capabilities and risk analysis. The Global Supplier Manager (GSM) coordinates major strategic suppliers that support Micron’s memory and storage solutions, collaborating across categories and internal partners to ensure supplier performance, drive cost and quality optimization, and enable resilient supply strategies. The GSM’s work directly influences Micron’s ability to deliver innovative, reliable products at scale. Responsibilities Handle the commercial development and qualification of strategic suppliers; and participate in supplier quality audits. Lead cross‑category and company‑level supplier customer concerns, providing issue resolution and support. Serve as the primary knowledge center for assigned suppliers, enabling effective planning, forecasting, and execution. Partner with category teams and collaborators to evaluate and communicate supplier performance. Provide updates and recommendations to leadership, including at the executive level. Identify and carry out cost‑saving and revenue‑enhancing opportunities across categories. Lead and/or support sourcing events, RFQs, contract negotiations, and renewal strategies. Identify automation opportunities and develop scalable AI solutions that become building blocks for future projects. Minimum Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement processes. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience. Demonstrated experience in category management and strategic sourcing. Strong negotiation and analytical skills with the ability to drive cost‑management outcomes. Effective communication skills for engaging and influencing diverse collaborators. Advanced understanding of material cost structure and cost analysis methodologies. Preferred Qualifications Experience handling large strategic suppliers or global supply portfolios. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional negotiations and bundled sourcing events. Familiarity with should‑cost modeling and market‑intelligence frameworks. Success driving savings, revenue impact, or scorecard metric improvements. Ability to build and complete supplier contract strategies, including performance monitoring. Strong relationship‑building skills and a customer‑centric approach to issue resolution. Experience collaborating with global category directors, managers, and supplier managers. Hands‑on experience applying AI/ML tools. Deep research or model‑training expertise is helpful. Benefits Micron offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, income protection programs, paid family leave, robust paid time‑off, and paid holidays. Detailed benefit information is available on micron.com/careers/benefits. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Micron Technology