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Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer
94039 Mountainview, California
Microsoft Corporation
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Microsoft's Cloud business is expanding, and the Cloud Supply Chain (CSCP) organization is responsible for enabling the hardware infrastructure underlying this growth including AI! CSCP's vision is to empower customers to achieve more by delivering Cloud and AI capabilities at scale. Our mission is to deliver the world's computer with an industry-leading supply chain. The CSCP organization is responsible for traditional supply chain functions such as plan, source, make, deliver, but also manages supportability (spares), sustainability, and decommissioning of datacenter assets worldwide. We deliver the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's over 200 online businesses including Bing, MSN, Office 365, Xbox Live, OneDrive and the Microsoft Azure platform for external customers. Our infrastructure is supported by more than 300 datacenters around the world that enable services for more than 1 billion customers in over 90 countries.
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
Program Management
- Manages internal and external cross-functional partnerships, monitors and resolves internal partner's issues without additional escalation, defines processes and governance for on-boarding and managing supplier partnerships, influences near-term sourcing decisions by discussing details and implications (e.g., tradeoffs, pricing), and seeks to align investments with supply needs to ensure continuity of supply in alignment with product and/or service roadmaps.
Strategic Sourcing
- Sets savings targets for managed categories. Supports cost and supply chain operations needs relevant to contract manufacturers and/or system integrators (e.g., invoice, buffer strategy, technology transitions, qualification planning, approved vendor list, meets or exceeds technical standards). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Ensures that supply chains are robust to disruptions and that mitigation plans are in place that can address issues with manufacturing, geography/geopolitics, seasonality, financial health, performance, and/or major unavoidable events (e.g., climate events, COVID-19) by sharing personal expertise and best practices. Serves as a primary point of escalation for leading the resolution of supply chain continuity issues.
- Researches markets, competitors, and industry trends. Performs analyses of supplier pricing, cost, capabilities, and capacity to provide materials and/or components for Microsoft products and/or services, and uses the results to make sourcing recommendations for sourcing strategies for one or more product categories.
- Makes recommendations for investments in new technologies, initiatives, components, and/or materials that are critical to products and/or services based on technical expertise in those products/services, suppliers, and industry trends. Acquires buy in from stakeholders to ensure that resources are in place and influences the adoption of technologies across specific product categories based on needs of Microsoft products or services. Makes recommendations for extending the life of existing investments.
- Defines, maintains, and executes on sourcing strategy for one or more complex product categories to ensure advantaged cost and sufficient continuity of supply while meeting quality goals (e.g., sustainability, repairability, etc.). Considers all relevant elements of technical roadmaps and business requirements (e.g., risk management, investments, supplier relationship, technology adoption) and partners with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies and influence product-making decisions.
Supplier Management
- Manages the financial health of a product category by engaging cross-functionally early in the development stage of products and programs, and developing plans to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. Compares suppliers' quoted costs and total costs of ownership with expected cost benchmarks and what products should cost, to forecast future state of the business, evaluates the systematic cost implications of sourcing decisions across product categories, and manages the resolution of complex ad hoc cost issues (e.g., tariffs/import export cost, cost inflation). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Integrates business specifications for complex product categories into request for information (RFI) and/or request for proposal (RFP) processes. Collaborates cross-functionally to define and manage supplier scorecard criteria (e.g., key performance indicators (KPIs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs)). Recommends opportunities for suppliers to innovate, improve, and transform operational capabilities.
- Manages contract and price negotiation activities and strategies for complex product categories, ensuring that price, capacity, and business needs are met, appropriate risk mitigation measures are defined, and that suppliers are consistently driving costs competitiveness. Where appropriate, ensures compliance with Microsoft's requirements for cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Serves as Microsoft's central point of contact for suppliers within assigned product categories, leads the enablement and development of new suppliers, defines, and evaluates supplier financial health and key performance indicators (KPIs), leads regular business reviews with suppliers to ensure consistent compliance with Microsoft business requirements (e.g., security, social responsibility, payment terms), manages and holds suppliers accountable for exceptions to quality requirements, drives timely corrective actions from business reviews and audits, and facilitates efforts to drive suppliers toward their operational and cost metrics.
- Evaluates end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision making that enables continuous supply of products, components, and/or materials as needed to meet business and consumer demand. May flag risks, issues, and other critical factors related to suppliers' supply chain for senior management to inform sourcing decisions for components and/or materials for Microsoft devices. Evaluates root cause of risks, issues, and other factors related to supply chain and communicates findings to senior leaders.
Technical Engagement
- Recommends and/or influences with minimal guidance whether or not to introduce new technologies, materials, or components for Microsoft products or cloud infrastructure based on the availability of supply, supplier capability and capacity, competitive and industry trends, and the impact on profits and losses. Evaluates long-term business needs, technology maturity, and tradeoffs to influence decision making and suggests processes for implementing changes.
- Supports early engagements with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams to determine sourcing requirements for system integrators. Provides consultation and influences engineering design teams on the choice of materials and/or components that can be reliably sourced for products or service infrastructure, and highlights systemic implications of sourcing decisions beyond a single component.
- Embody our culture ( and values. ( Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 2+ years of industry experience in network hardware or silicon.
**Other Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
Sourcing Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $34,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 158,400 - 258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: US corporate pay information | Microsoft Careers ( will accept applications for the role until July 28th, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
Program Management
- Manages internal and external cross-functional partnerships, monitors and resolves internal partner's issues without additional escalation, defines processes and governance for on-boarding and managing supplier partnerships, influences near-term sourcing decisions by discussing details and implications (e.g., tradeoffs, pricing), and seeks to align investments with supply needs to ensure continuity of supply in alignment with product and/or service roadmaps.
Strategic Sourcing
- Sets savings targets for managed categories. Supports cost and supply chain operations needs relevant to contract manufacturers and/or system integrators (e.g., invoice, buffer strategy, technology transitions, qualification planning, approved vendor list, meets or exceeds technical standards). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Ensures that supply chains are robust to disruptions and that mitigation plans are in place that can address issues with manufacturing, geography/geopolitics, seasonality, financial health, performance, and/or major unavoidable events (e.g., climate events, COVID-19) by sharing personal expertise and best practices. Serves as a primary point of escalation for leading the resolution of supply chain continuity issues.
- Researches markets, competitors, and industry trends. Performs analyses of supplier pricing, cost, capabilities, and capacity to provide materials and/or components for Microsoft products and/or services, and uses the results to make sourcing recommendations for sourcing strategies for one or more product categories.
- Makes recommendations for investments in new technologies, initiatives, components, and/or materials that are critical to products and/or services based on technical expertise in those products/services, suppliers, and industry trends. Acquires buy in from stakeholders to ensure that resources are in place and influences the adoption of technologies across specific product categories based on needs of Microsoft products or services. Makes recommendations for extending the life of existing investments.
- Defines, maintains, and executes on sourcing strategy for one or more complex product categories to ensure advantaged cost and sufficient continuity of supply while meeting quality goals (e.g., sustainability, repairability, etc.). Considers all relevant elements of technical roadmaps and business requirements (e.g., risk management, investments, supplier relationship, technology adoption) and partners with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies and influence product-making decisions.
Supplier Management
- Manages the financial health of a product category by engaging cross-functionally early in the development stage of products and programs, and developing plans to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. Compares suppliers' quoted costs and total costs of ownership with expected cost benchmarks and what products should cost, to forecast future state of the business, evaluates the systematic cost implications of sourcing decisions across product categories, and manages the resolution of complex ad hoc cost issues (e.g., tariffs/import export cost, cost inflation). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Integrates business specifications for complex product categories into request for information (RFI) and/or request for proposal (RFP) processes. Collaborates cross-functionally to define and manage supplier scorecard criteria (e.g., key performance indicators (KPIs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs)). Recommends opportunities for suppliers to innovate, improve, and transform operational capabilities.
- Manages contract and price negotiation activities and strategies for complex product categories, ensuring that price, capacity, and business needs are met, appropriate risk mitigation measures are defined, and that suppliers are consistently driving costs competitiveness. Where appropriate, ensures compliance with Microsoft's requirements for cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Serves as Microsoft's central point of contact for suppliers within assigned product categories, leads the enablement and development of new suppliers, defines, and evaluates supplier financial health and key performance indicators (KPIs), leads regular business reviews with suppliers to ensure consistent compliance with Microsoft business requirements (e.g., security, social responsibility, payment terms), manages and holds suppliers accountable for exceptions to quality requirements, drives timely corrective actions from business reviews and audits, and facilitates efforts to drive suppliers toward their operational and cost metrics.
- Evaluates end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision making that enables continuous supply of products, components, and/or materials as needed to meet business and consumer demand. May flag risks, issues, and other critical factors related to suppliers' supply chain for senior management to inform sourcing decisions for components and/or materials for Microsoft devices. Evaluates root cause of risks, issues, and other factors related to supply chain and communicates findings to senior leaders.
Technical Engagement
- Recommends and/or influences with minimal guidance whether or not to introduce new technologies, materials, or components for Microsoft products or cloud infrastructure based on the availability of supply, supplier capability and capacity, competitive and industry trends, and the impact on profits and losses. Evaluates long-term business needs, technology maturity, and tradeoffs to influence decision making and suggests processes for implementing changes.
- Supports early engagements with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams to determine sourcing requirements for system integrators. Provides consultation and influences engineering design teams on the choice of materials and/or components that can be reliably sourced for products or service infrastructure, and highlights systemic implications of sourcing decisions beyond a single component.
- Embody our culture ( and values. ( Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 2+ years of industry experience in network hardware or silicon.
**Other Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
Sourcing Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $34,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 158,400 - 258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: US corporate pay information | Microsoft Careers ( will accept applications for the role until July 28th, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer
78703 Austin, Texas
Microsoft Corporation
Posted 2 days ago
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Job Description
Microsoft's Cloud business is expanding, and the Cloud Supply Chain (CSCP) organization is responsible for enabling the hardware infrastructure underlying this growth including AI! CSCP's vision is to empower customers to achieve more by delivering Cloud and AI capabilities at scale. Our mission is to deliver the world's computer with an industry-leading supply chain. The CSCP organization is responsible for traditional supply chain functions such as plan, source, make, deliver, but also manages supportability (spares), sustainability, and decommissioning of datacenter assets worldwide. We deliver the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's over 200 online businesses including Bing, MSN, Office 365, Xbox Live, OneDrive and the Microsoft Azure platform for external customers. Our infrastructure is supported by more than 300 datacenters around the world that enable services for more than 1 billion customers in over 90 countries.
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
Program Management
- Manages internal and external cross-functional partnerships, monitors and resolves internal partner's issues without additional escalation, defines processes and governance for on-boarding and managing supplier partnerships, influences near-term sourcing decisions by discussing details and implications (e.g., tradeoffs, pricing), and seeks to align investments with supply needs to ensure continuity of supply in alignment with product and/or service roadmaps.
Strategic Sourcing
- Sets savings targets for managed categories. Supports cost and supply chain operations needs relevant to contract manufacturers and/or system integrators (e.g., invoice, buffer strategy, technology transitions, qualification planning, approved vendor list, meets or exceeds technical standards). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Ensures that supply chains are robust to disruptions and that mitigation plans are in place that can address issues with manufacturing, geography/geopolitics, seasonality, financial health, performance, and/or major unavoidable events (e.g., climate events, COVID-19) by sharing personal expertise and best practices. Serves as a primary point of escalation for leading the resolution of supply chain continuity issues.
- Researches markets, competitors, and industry trends. Performs analyses of supplier pricing, cost, capabilities, and capacity to provide materials and/or components for Microsoft products and/or services, and uses the results to make sourcing recommendations for sourcing strategies for one or more product categories.
- Makes recommendations for investments in new technologies, initiatives, components, and/or materials that are critical to products and/or services based on technical expertise in those products/services, suppliers, and industry trends. Acquires buy in from stakeholders to ensure that resources are in place and influences the adoption of technologies across specific product categories based on needs of Microsoft products or services. Makes recommendations for extending the life of existing investments.
- Defines, maintains, and executes on sourcing strategy for one or more complex product categories to ensure advantaged cost and sufficient continuity of supply while meeting quality goals (e.g., sustainability, repairability, etc.). Considers all relevant elements of technical roadmaps and business requirements (e.g., risk management, investments, supplier relationship, technology adoption) and partners with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies and influence product-making decisions.
Supplier Management
- Manages the financial health of a product category by engaging cross-functionally early in the development stage of products and programs, and developing plans to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. Compares suppliers' quoted costs and total costs of ownership with expected cost benchmarks and what products should cost, to forecast future state of the business, evaluates the systematic cost implications of sourcing decisions across product categories, and manages the resolution of complex ad hoc cost issues (e.g., tariffs/import export cost, cost inflation). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Integrates business specifications for complex product categories into request for information (RFI) and/or request for proposal (RFP) processes. Collaborates cross-functionally to define and manage supplier scorecard criteria (e.g., key performance indicators (KPIs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs)). Recommends opportunities for suppliers to innovate, improve, and transform operational capabilities.
- Manages contract and price negotiation activities and strategies for complex product categories, ensuring that price, capacity, and business needs are met, appropriate risk mitigation measures are defined, and that suppliers are consistently driving costs competitiveness. Where appropriate, ensures compliance with Microsoft's requirements for cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Serves as Microsoft's central point of contact for suppliers within assigned product categories, leads the enablement and development of new suppliers, defines, and evaluates supplier financial health and key performance indicators (KPIs), leads regular business reviews with suppliers to ensure consistent compliance with Microsoft business requirements (e.g., security, social responsibility, payment terms), manages and holds suppliers accountable for exceptions to quality requirements, drives timely corrective actions from business reviews and audits, and facilitates efforts to drive suppliers toward their operational and cost metrics.
- Evaluates end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision making that enables continuous supply of products, components, and/or materials as needed to meet business and consumer demand. May flag risks, issues, and other critical factors related to suppliers' supply chain for senior management to inform sourcing decisions for components and/or materials for Microsoft devices. Evaluates root cause of risks, issues, and other factors related to supply chain and communicates findings to senior leaders.
Technical Engagement
- Recommends and/or influences with minimal guidance whether or not to introduce new technologies, materials, or components for Microsoft products or cloud infrastructure based on the availability of supply, supplier capability and capacity, competitive and industry trends, and the impact on profits and losses. Evaluates long-term business needs, technology maturity, and tradeoffs to influence decision making and suggests processes for implementing changes.
- Supports early engagements with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams to determine sourcing requirements for system integrators. Provides consultation and influences engineering design teams on the choice of materials and/or components that can be reliably sourced for products or service infrastructure, and highlights systemic implications of sourcing decisions beyond a single component.
- Embody our culture ( and values. ( Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 2+ years of industry experience in network hardware or silicon.
**Other Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
Sourcing Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $34,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 158,400 - 258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: US corporate pay information | Microsoft Careers ( will accept applications for the role until July 28th, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
Program Management
- Manages internal and external cross-functional partnerships, monitors and resolves internal partner's issues without additional escalation, defines processes and governance for on-boarding and managing supplier partnerships, influences near-term sourcing decisions by discussing details and implications (e.g., tradeoffs, pricing), and seeks to align investments with supply needs to ensure continuity of supply in alignment with product and/or service roadmaps.
Strategic Sourcing
- Sets savings targets for managed categories. Supports cost and supply chain operations needs relevant to contract manufacturers and/or system integrators (e.g., invoice, buffer strategy, technology transitions, qualification planning, approved vendor list, meets or exceeds technical standards). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Ensures that supply chains are robust to disruptions and that mitigation plans are in place that can address issues with manufacturing, geography/geopolitics, seasonality, financial health, performance, and/or major unavoidable events (e.g., climate events, COVID-19) by sharing personal expertise and best practices. Serves as a primary point of escalation for leading the resolution of supply chain continuity issues.
- Researches markets, competitors, and industry trends. Performs analyses of supplier pricing, cost, capabilities, and capacity to provide materials and/or components for Microsoft products and/or services, and uses the results to make sourcing recommendations for sourcing strategies for one or more product categories.
- Makes recommendations for investments in new technologies, initiatives, components, and/or materials that are critical to products and/or services based on technical expertise in those products/services, suppliers, and industry trends. Acquires buy in from stakeholders to ensure that resources are in place and influences the adoption of technologies across specific product categories based on needs of Microsoft products or services. Makes recommendations for extending the life of existing investments.
- Defines, maintains, and executes on sourcing strategy for one or more complex product categories to ensure advantaged cost and sufficient continuity of supply while meeting quality goals (e.g., sustainability, repairability, etc.). Considers all relevant elements of technical roadmaps and business requirements (e.g., risk management, investments, supplier relationship, technology adoption) and partners with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies and influence product-making decisions.
Supplier Management
- Manages the financial health of a product category by engaging cross-functionally early in the development stage of products and programs, and developing plans to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. Compares suppliers' quoted costs and total costs of ownership with expected cost benchmarks and what products should cost, to forecast future state of the business, evaluates the systematic cost implications of sourcing decisions across product categories, and manages the resolution of complex ad hoc cost issues (e.g., tariffs/import export cost, cost inflation). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Integrates business specifications for complex product categories into request for information (RFI) and/or request for proposal (RFP) processes. Collaborates cross-functionally to define and manage supplier scorecard criteria (e.g., key performance indicators (KPIs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs)). Recommends opportunities for suppliers to innovate, improve, and transform operational capabilities.
- Manages contract and price negotiation activities and strategies for complex product categories, ensuring that price, capacity, and business needs are met, appropriate risk mitigation measures are defined, and that suppliers are consistently driving costs competitiveness. Where appropriate, ensures compliance with Microsoft's requirements for cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Serves as Microsoft's central point of contact for suppliers within assigned product categories, leads the enablement and development of new suppliers, defines, and evaluates supplier financial health and key performance indicators (KPIs), leads regular business reviews with suppliers to ensure consistent compliance with Microsoft business requirements (e.g., security, social responsibility, payment terms), manages and holds suppliers accountable for exceptions to quality requirements, drives timely corrective actions from business reviews and audits, and facilitates efforts to drive suppliers toward their operational and cost metrics.
- Evaluates end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision making that enables continuous supply of products, components, and/or materials as needed to meet business and consumer demand. May flag risks, issues, and other critical factors related to suppliers' supply chain for senior management to inform sourcing decisions for components and/or materials for Microsoft devices. Evaluates root cause of risks, issues, and other factors related to supply chain and communicates findings to senior leaders.
Technical Engagement
- Recommends and/or influences with minimal guidance whether or not to introduce new technologies, materials, or components for Microsoft products or cloud infrastructure based on the availability of supply, supplier capability and capacity, competitive and industry trends, and the impact on profits and losses. Evaluates long-term business needs, technology maturity, and tradeoffs to influence decision making and suggests processes for implementing changes.
- Supports early engagements with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams to determine sourcing requirements for system integrators. Provides consultation and influences engineering design teams on the choice of materials and/or components that can be reliably sourced for products or service infrastructure, and highlights systemic implications of sourcing decisions beyond a single component.
- Embody our culture ( and values. ( Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 2+ years of industry experience in network hardware or silicon.
**Other Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
Sourcing Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $34,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 158,400 - 258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: US corporate pay information | Microsoft Careers ( will accept applications for the role until July 28th, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer
98073 Snoqualmie, Washington
Microsoft Corporation
Posted 2 days ago
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Microsoft's Cloud business is expanding, and the Cloud Supply Chain (CSCP) organization is responsible for enabling the hardware infrastructure underlying this growth including AI! CSCP's vision is to empower customers to achieve more by delivering Cloud and AI capabilities at scale. Our mission is to deliver the world's computer with an industry-leading supply chain. The CSCP organization is responsible for traditional supply chain functions such as plan, source, make, deliver, but also manages supportability (spares), sustainability, and decommissioning of datacenter assets worldwide. We deliver the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's over 200 online businesses including Bing, MSN, Office 365, Xbox Live, OneDrive and the Microsoft Azure platform for external customers. Our infrastructure is supported by more than 300 datacenters around the world that enable services for more than 1 billion customers in over 90 countries.
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
Program Management
- Manages internal and external cross-functional partnerships, monitors and resolves internal partner's issues without additional escalation, defines processes and governance for on-boarding and managing supplier partnerships, influences near-term sourcing decisions by discussing details and implications (e.g., tradeoffs, pricing), and seeks to align investments with supply needs to ensure continuity of supply in alignment with product and/or service roadmaps.
Strategic Sourcing
- Sets savings targets for managed categories. Supports cost and supply chain operations needs relevant to contract manufacturers and/or system integrators (e.g., invoice, buffer strategy, technology transitions, qualification planning, approved vendor list, meets or exceeds technical standards). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Ensures that supply chains are robust to disruptions and that mitigation plans are in place that can address issues with manufacturing, geography/geopolitics, seasonality, financial health, performance, and/or major unavoidable events (e.g., climate events, COVID-19) by sharing personal expertise and best practices. Serves as a primary point of escalation for leading the resolution of supply chain continuity issues.
- Researches markets, competitors, and industry trends. Performs analyses of supplier pricing, cost, capabilities, and capacity to provide materials and/or components for Microsoft products and/or services, and uses the results to make sourcing recommendations for sourcing strategies for one or more product categories.
- Makes recommendations for investments in new technologies, initiatives, components, and/or materials that are critical to products and/or services based on technical expertise in those products/services, suppliers, and industry trends. Acquires buy in from stakeholders to ensure that resources are in place and influences the adoption of technologies across specific product categories based on needs of Microsoft products or services. Makes recommendations for extending the life of existing investments.
- Defines, maintains, and executes on sourcing strategy for one or more complex product categories to ensure advantaged cost and sufficient continuity of supply while meeting quality goals (e.g., sustainability, repairability, etc.). Considers all relevant elements of technical roadmaps and business requirements (e.g., risk management, investments, supplier relationship, technology adoption) and partners with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies and influence product-making decisions.
Supplier Management
- Manages the financial health of a product category by engaging cross-functionally early in the development stage of products and programs, and developing plans to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. Compares suppliers' quoted costs and total costs of ownership with expected cost benchmarks and what products should cost, to forecast future state of the business, evaluates the systematic cost implications of sourcing decisions across product categories, and manages the resolution of complex ad hoc cost issues (e.g., tariffs/import export cost, cost inflation). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Integrates business specifications for complex product categories into request for information (RFI) and/or request for proposal (RFP) processes. Collaborates cross-functionally to define and manage supplier scorecard criteria (e.g., key performance indicators (KPIs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs)). Recommends opportunities for suppliers to innovate, improve, and transform operational capabilities.
- Manages contract and price negotiation activities and strategies for complex product categories, ensuring that price, capacity, and business needs are met, appropriate risk mitigation measures are defined, and that suppliers are consistently driving costs competitiveness. Where appropriate, ensures compliance with Microsoft's requirements for cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Serves as Microsoft's central point of contact for suppliers within assigned product categories, leads the enablement and development of new suppliers, defines, and evaluates supplier financial health and key performance indicators (KPIs), leads regular business reviews with suppliers to ensure consistent compliance with Microsoft business requirements (e.g., security, social responsibility, payment terms), manages and holds suppliers accountable for exceptions to quality requirements, drives timely corrective actions from business reviews and audits, and facilitates efforts to drive suppliers toward their operational and cost metrics.
- Evaluates end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision making that enables continuous supply of products, components, and/or materials as needed to meet business and consumer demand. May flag risks, issues, and other critical factors related to suppliers' supply chain for senior management to inform sourcing decisions for components and/or materials for Microsoft devices. Evaluates root cause of risks, issues, and other factors related to supply chain and communicates findings to senior leaders.
Technical Engagement
- Recommends and/or influences with minimal guidance whether or not to introduce new technologies, materials, or components for Microsoft products or cloud infrastructure based on the availability of supply, supplier capability and capacity, competitive and industry trends, and the impact on profits and losses. Evaluates long-term business needs, technology maturity, and tradeoffs to influence decision making and suggests processes for implementing changes.
- Supports early engagements with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams to determine sourcing requirements for system integrators. Provides consultation and influences engineering design teams on the choice of materials and/or components that can be reliably sourced for products or service infrastructure, and highlights systemic implications of sourcing decisions beyond a single component.
- Embody our culture ( and values. ( Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 2+ years of industry experience in network hardware or silicon.
**Other Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
Sourcing Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $34,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 158,400 - 258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: US corporate pay information | Microsoft Careers ( will accept applications for the role until July 28th, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
Program Management
- Manages internal and external cross-functional partnerships, monitors and resolves internal partner's issues without additional escalation, defines processes and governance for on-boarding and managing supplier partnerships, influences near-term sourcing decisions by discussing details and implications (e.g., tradeoffs, pricing), and seeks to align investments with supply needs to ensure continuity of supply in alignment with product and/or service roadmaps.
Strategic Sourcing
- Sets savings targets for managed categories. Supports cost and supply chain operations needs relevant to contract manufacturers and/or system integrators (e.g., invoice, buffer strategy, technology transitions, qualification planning, approved vendor list, meets or exceeds technical standards). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Ensures that supply chains are robust to disruptions and that mitigation plans are in place that can address issues with manufacturing, geography/geopolitics, seasonality, financial health, performance, and/or major unavoidable events (e.g., climate events, COVID-19) by sharing personal expertise and best practices. Serves as a primary point of escalation for leading the resolution of supply chain continuity issues.
- Researches markets, competitors, and industry trends. Performs analyses of supplier pricing, cost, capabilities, and capacity to provide materials and/or components for Microsoft products and/or services, and uses the results to make sourcing recommendations for sourcing strategies for one or more product categories.
- Makes recommendations for investments in new technologies, initiatives, components, and/or materials that are critical to products and/or services based on technical expertise in those products/services, suppliers, and industry trends. Acquires buy in from stakeholders to ensure that resources are in place and influences the adoption of technologies across specific product categories based on needs of Microsoft products or services. Makes recommendations for extending the life of existing investments.
- Defines, maintains, and executes on sourcing strategy for one or more complex product categories to ensure advantaged cost and sufficient continuity of supply while meeting quality goals (e.g., sustainability, repairability, etc.). Considers all relevant elements of technical roadmaps and business requirements (e.g., risk management, investments, supplier relationship, technology adoption) and partners with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies and influence product-making decisions.
Supplier Management
- Manages the financial health of a product category by engaging cross-functionally early in the development stage of products and programs, and developing plans to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. Compares suppliers' quoted costs and total costs of ownership with expected cost benchmarks and what products should cost, to forecast future state of the business, evaluates the systematic cost implications of sourcing decisions across product categories, and manages the resolution of complex ad hoc cost issues (e.g., tariffs/import export cost, cost inflation). Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Integrates business specifications for complex product categories into request for information (RFI) and/or request for proposal (RFP) processes. Collaborates cross-functionally to define and manage supplier scorecard criteria (e.g., key performance indicators (KPIs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs)). Recommends opportunities for suppliers to innovate, improve, and transform operational capabilities.
- Manages contract and price negotiation activities and strategies for complex product categories, ensuring that price, capacity, and business needs are met, appropriate risk mitigation measures are defined, and that suppliers are consistently driving costs competitiveness. Where appropriate, ensures compliance with Microsoft's requirements for cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Makes and delivers to budget commitments.
- Serves as Microsoft's central point of contact for suppliers within assigned product categories, leads the enablement and development of new suppliers, defines, and evaluates supplier financial health and key performance indicators (KPIs), leads regular business reviews with suppliers to ensure consistent compliance with Microsoft business requirements (e.g., security, social responsibility, payment terms), manages and holds suppliers accountable for exceptions to quality requirements, drives timely corrective actions from business reviews and audits, and facilitates efforts to drive suppliers toward their operational and cost metrics.
- Evaluates end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision making that enables continuous supply of products, components, and/or materials as needed to meet business and consumer demand. May flag risks, issues, and other critical factors related to suppliers' supply chain for senior management to inform sourcing decisions for components and/or materials for Microsoft devices. Evaluates root cause of risks, issues, and other factors related to supply chain and communicates findings to senior leaders.
Technical Engagement
- Recommends and/or influences with minimal guidance whether or not to introduce new technologies, materials, or components for Microsoft products or cloud infrastructure based on the availability of supply, supplier capability and capacity, competitive and industry trends, and the impact on profits and losses. Evaluates long-term business needs, technology maturity, and tradeoffs to influence decision making and suggests processes for implementing changes.
- Supports early engagements with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams to determine sourcing requirements for system integrators. Provides consultation and influences engineering design teams on the choice of materials and/or components that can be reliably sourced for products or service infrastructure, and highlights systemic implications of sourcing decisions beyond a single component.
- Embody our culture ( and values. ( Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 2+ years of industry experience in network hardware or silicon.
**Other Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
Sourcing Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $34,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 158,400 - 258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: US corporate pay information | Microsoft Careers ( will accept applications for the role until July 28th, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Sourcing Engineer
95115 San Jose, California
Danaher Corporation
Posted today
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Bring more to life.
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology?
At Molecular Devices, one of Danaher's ( 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.
Join Molecular Devices and help drive scientific discovery for life science customers in academia, biotech, pharma, and government. Our automated and AI-enabled technology empowers researchers to tackle complex questions and gain deep insights, accelerating the development of safer, more effective therapeutics. As part of our team, rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and innovation, you will ultimately contribute to groundbreaking science that enhances lives globally and shapes a healthier future for all.
Learn about the Danaher Business System ( which makes everything possible.
The Sourcing Engineer is responsible for the negotiation and management of select commodities and meeting Global Sourcing savings targets as well as serving as an escalation path for delivery, quality, and supplier management issues.
Responsibilities to include defining savings opportunities, cost savings workbooks, leading savings projects to completion, working closely with Product Development on new projects to deliver new supplier relationships, technologies, or co-development solutions.
This position reports to the Sourcing Manager and is part of Supply Chain and Logistics located in San Jose, CA. The position will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
+ Evaluate and select new suppliers along with Engineering, Quality and Regulatory to select strategic partners worldwide.
+ Ownership of sustaining or creating positive relationships between Molecular Devices and its suppliers, leading to best cost, quality, delivery, and service.
+ Support operations procurement teams to deploy global sourcing strategy and help resolve parts supply or quality issues.
The essential requirements of the job include:
+ Bachelor's degree or above in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
+ Proven work experience as a Sourcing Engineer.
+ Experience in lean manufacturing and awareness of lean tools desirable (e.g., 5S, Standard Work, KANBAN, Policy Deployment, Value Stream Management, Visual Management)
+ Good negotiator and decision maker; strong analytical skills, uses of data to drive decisions.
+ Strong project management and leadership skills
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role
+ Ability to travel - 10% - 20% domestic travel and international travel is possible (China/EU).
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ ERP, PLM systems, Oracle EPM, 3DS, and Enovia
Molecular Devices, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it is a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info ( .
At Molecular Devices we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Molecular Devices can provide.
The annual salary range for this role is $90,000 - $115,000. This is the range that we believe in good faith is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit .
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.
The U.S. EEO posters are available here ( .
We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1- or .
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology?
At Molecular Devices, one of Danaher's ( 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.
Join Molecular Devices and help drive scientific discovery for life science customers in academia, biotech, pharma, and government. Our automated and AI-enabled technology empowers researchers to tackle complex questions and gain deep insights, accelerating the development of safer, more effective therapeutics. As part of our team, rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and innovation, you will ultimately contribute to groundbreaking science that enhances lives globally and shapes a healthier future for all.
Learn about the Danaher Business System ( which makes everything possible.
The Sourcing Engineer is responsible for the negotiation and management of select commodities and meeting Global Sourcing savings targets as well as serving as an escalation path for delivery, quality, and supplier management issues.
Responsibilities to include defining savings opportunities, cost savings workbooks, leading savings projects to completion, working closely with Product Development on new projects to deliver new supplier relationships, technologies, or co-development solutions.
This position reports to the Sourcing Manager and is part of Supply Chain and Logistics located in San Jose, CA. The position will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
+ Evaluate and select new suppliers along with Engineering, Quality and Regulatory to select strategic partners worldwide.
+ Ownership of sustaining or creating positive relationships between Molecular Devices and its suppliers, leading to best cost, quality, delivery, and service.
+ Support operations procurement teams to deploy global sourcing strategy and help resolve parts supply or quality issues.
The essential requirements of the job include:
+ Bachelor's degree or above in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
+ Proven work experience as a Sourcing Engineer.
+ Experience in lean manufacturing and awareness of lean tools desirable (e.g., 5S, Standard Work, KANBAN, Policy Deployment, Value Stream Management, Visual Management)
+ Good negotiator and decision maker; strong analytical skills, uses of data to drive decisions.
+ Strong project management and leadership skills
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role
+ Ability to travel - 10% - 20% domestic travel and international travel is possible (China/EU).
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ ERP, PLM systems, Oracle EPM, 3DS, and Enovia
Molecular Devices, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it is a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info ( .
At Molecular Devices we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Molecular Devices can provide.
The annual salary range for this role is $90,000 - $115,000. This is the range that we believe in good faith is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit .
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.
The U.S. EEO posters are available here ( .
We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1- or .
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Sourcing Engineer
48306 Rochester Hills, Michigan
Molex
Posted 10 days ago
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Your Job
We are searching for a talented Sourcing Engineer to join our team. If you are looking for a way to accelerate your career and be part of a great company, this may be the opportunity for you!
In this role you will be responsible for sourcing project planning and flawless launch. Lead and drive launch readiness and production ramp up activities, BOM costs accuracy, MOQ's, lead times and c ollaborate with the Design Centers, Supply Base Management & Cross Functional teams to ensure flawless launch. You will support market analysis in collaboration with Category Management and Business Unit Product Development teams, to design a Sourcing Strategy that supports the objectives of the project, mitigates supply risk, and leverages the Molex Approved Vendor List. You will also Drive economic value to the Business through supplier negotiations, VAVE Implementations and Procurement Execution
Our Team
Molex is a leading provider of electronic solutions, committed to innovation and excellence. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services to our customers worldwide. Join us and be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.
What You Will Do
- Partner with Molex design teams throughout Product Development Process to manage BOM cost through Product Launch
- New product supplier identification, sourcing, selection and contracting for the TIS division
- Aggressively negotiate terms as required and in accordance with internal policies
- Improve New Product Sourcing processes and increase efficiencies by partnering with technical design teams
- Ensure Category Strategies are implemented on new projects and serial production projects.
- Lead and drive VAVE workshop and regional supplier negotiations (Direct)
- Proactive supply risk management in the new product development process
- Monitor sourcing and procurement innovation trends in the marketplace, while continuing to identify process improvement opportunities and implement best supply chain practices
- Collaborate with Global Supplier Quality (GSQ) and Plant Quality on supplier and customer audits/assessments and supply base quality issues/cost recovery.
- Direct Material shortages & Supplier risk mitigation
- Consolidate supply base and spend across different new programs/projects and leverage supply base to optimize BOM costs
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in engineering and/or supply chain management
- 2-5+ years' experience in the direct spend sourcing with procurement function focused on electrical and mechanical categories, specifically connectors and cable wire
- Automotive Industry procurement experience
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience in Advanced Purchasing or New Product Development Sourcing
- Experience on supplier onboarding process
- Proven Negotiations Skills
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
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Sr Strategic Sourcing Engineer, Mechanical Components
60026 Glenview, Illinois
ITW
Posted today
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**Job Description:**
ITW's differentiated business model comprises unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-back innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW-and key to our longevity and strong performance.
ITW's products and solutions are at work all over the world, in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which we live and work, the cars we drive, and the mobile devices we rely on. We are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.
Today, ITW (NYSE: ITW) employs ~46,000 people with operations in 51 countries with headquarters in Glenview, IL. Our campus includes a fitness center at no cost to the employees, cafeteria, outdoor volleyball courts, walking trails around the facility, employee resource groups, corporate discounts, dry cleaning services, covered/outdoor parking, and much more. We are just a block away from the nearest Metra station, and it is a quick 20-minute train ride to downtown Chicago, museums, lakefront, and other activities.
More details on our benefits can be found on our website at Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer - Components role supports the Strategic Sourcing organization in developing, managing, analyzing and preparing recommendations on sourcing initiatives for Mechanical Components, Finished Goods, and Secondary Processing sourcing. Senior Analysts play a key role in understanding the strategic sourcing process, developing and presenting insightful reports for developing commodity sourcing strategy and participating in ITW cross-functional and cross-divisional sourcing teams/initiatives. Number-based opportunity assessment and fact-based negotiation are the key tools in driving costs closer to ideal costs and enhancing product margins. Self-management and capability of supporting negotiation preparations, advanced sourcing tactics such as value engineering, and assessing supplier capabilities, and experience in purchasing operations are expected.
In this role, the Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer will act as a resource to mine and analyze data across multiple ERP systems and utilize standardized tools such as MS Excel and Market Intelligence Portals to synthesize marketplace information into a cohesive sourcing strategy.
**What Makes This a Great Opportunity:**
+ ITW offers a strong culture based on integrity and trust, operating under the highest ethical standards, the opportunity to work with various levels in the organization and to communicate ideas and concepts to drive and influence organizational change
+ This individual will communicate and coordinate across different departments and levels within the organization
+ This is a strategic role within the organization that could lead to significant growth and responsibility
+ The individual will be exposed to highly diversified businesses in a wide spectrum of industries
**Key Deliverables:**
+ **Data mining and analysis**
+ Take existing internal and external data and evaluate and communicate anomalies and opportunities
+ Resolve internal and external data calculation errors and validate final calculations
+ Provide comprehensive analysis to support strategic sourcing solutions
+ Create and maintain the Components database
+ Utilize third-party tools to drive data cleansing and standardization
+ **Coordinate RFQ's**
+ Generate a minimum of $1.5 million in savings for categories in scope.
+ Work with ITW divisions to obtain and validate commodity sourcing requirements
+ Work with the supply base to ensure a timely and efficient RFQ process
+ Create comprehensive analysis of supplier quotations to aid in the sourcing selection process
+ **Market Analysis**
+ Capture commodity market data and create comprehensive market and supplier summaries to aid sourcing strategies.
+ Track commodity shortages, price increases, Force Majeures, and other events to ensure supply continuity.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Science from an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent engineering program is required.
+ 3+ years of experience.in several manufacturing methods is required such as: machining, sand casting, die casting, investment casting, fabricated sheet metal, stamping, mechanical assemblies, value-add assemblies, injection molding, etc.
+ Ability to work 5 days a week at the Glenview, IL corporate office with flexibility on hours.
+ Experience in designing products is required.
+ Experience in DFM, VA/VE, and cost-out activities and product teardowns is required.
+ Experience in cost modeling is strongly preferred.
+ Experience in using Apriori, Costimator, Micro Estimating or Boothroyd Dewhurst (DFMA) is strongly preferred.
+ Candidates with certifications like Six Sigma, CQA, CQE, and SAVE are given preference. Previous experience in dealing with suppliers, PPAP process documentation, implementing process and design changes in products with support from cross functional teams is important.
+ Experience in Supplier Development is preferred.
+ Experience in Tool and Die Making (Tool Design) is preferred.
+ Commercial awareness and experience from low cost suppliers.
**Compensation Information:**
The compensation package for the role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $5K - 110K annually.
ITW considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, geographic location, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
In addition to a competitive salary, ITW employees in the U.S. are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs. We also provide a 401k plan with a company match and an additional employer contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Commuter benefits, Adoption Assistance, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, vacation, sick time, and 11 Paid Holidays.
ITW's differentiated business model comprises unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-back innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW-and key to our longevity and strong performance.
ITW's products and solutions are at work all over the world, in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which we live and work, the cars we drive, and the mobile devices we rely on. We are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.
Today, ITW (NYSE: ITW) employs ~46,000 people with operations in 51 countries with headquarters in Glenview, IL. Our campus includes a fitness center at no cost to the employees, cafeteria, outdoor volleyball courts, walking trails around the facility, employee resource groups, corporate discounts, dry cleaning services, covered/outdoor parking, and much more. We are just a block away from the nearest Metra station, and it is a quick 20-minute train ride to downtown Chicago, museums, lakefront, and other activities.
More details on our benefits can be found on our website at Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer - Components role supports the Strategic Sourcing organization in developing, managing, analyzing and preparing recommendations on sourcing initiatives for Mechanical Components, Finished Goods, and Secondary Processing sourcing. Senior Analysts play a key role in understanding the strategic sourcing process, developing and presenting insightful reports for developing commodity sourcing strategy and participating in ITW cross-functional and cross-divisional sourcing teams/initiatives. Number-based opportunity assessment and fact-based negotiation are the key tools in driving costs closer to ideal costs and enhancing product margins. Self-management and capability of supporting negotiation preparations, advanced sourcing tactics such as value engineering, and assessing supplier capabilities, and experience in purchasing operations are expected.
In this role, the Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer will act as a resource to mine and analyze data across multiple ERP systems and utilize standardized tools such as MS Excel and Market Intelligence Portals to synthesize marketplace information into a cohesive sourcing strategy.
**What Makes This a Great Opportunity:**
+ ITW offers a strong culture based on integrity and trust, operating under the highest ethical standards, the opportunity to work with various levels in the organization and to communicate ideas and concepts to drive and influence organizational change
+ This individual will communicate and coordinate across different departments and levels within the organization
+ This is a strategic role within the organization that could lead to significant growth and responsibility
+ The individual will be exposed to highly diversified businesses in a wide spectrum of industries
**Key Deliverables:**
+ **Data mining and analysis**
+ Take existing internal and external data and evaluate and communicate anomalies and opportunities
+ Resolve internal and external data calculation errors and validate final calculations
+ Provide comprehensive analysis to support strategic sourcing solutions
+ Create and maintain the Components database
+ Utilize third-party tools to drive data cleansing and standardization
+ **Coordinate RFQ's**
+ Generate a minimum of $1.5 million in savings for categories in scope.
+ Work with ITW divisions to obtain and validate commodity sourcing requirements
+ Work with the supply base to ensure a timely and efficient RFQ process
+ Create comprehensive analysis of supplier quotations to aid in the sourcing selection process
+ **Market Analysis**
+ Capture commodity market data and create comprehensive market and supplier summaries to aid sourcing strategies.
+ Track commodity shortages, price increases, Force Majeures, and other events to ensure supply continuity.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Science from an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent engineering program is required.
+ 3+ years of experience.in several manufacturing methods is required such as: machining, sand casting, die casting, investment casting, fabricated sheet metal, stamping, mechanical assemblies, value-add assemblies, injection molding, etc.
+ Ability to work 5 days a week at the Glenview, IL corporate office with flexibility on hours.
+ Experience in designing products is required.
+ Experience in DFM, VA/VE, and cost-out activities and product teardowns is required.
+ Experience in cost modeling is strongly preferred.
+ Experience in using Apriori, Costimator, Micro Estimating or Boothroyd Dewhurst (DFMA) is strongly preferred.
+ Candidates with certifications like Six Sigma, CQA, CQE, and SAVE are given preference. Previous experience in dealing with suppliers, PPAP process documentation, implementing process and design changes in products with support from cross functional teams is important.
+ Experience in Supplier Development is preferred.
+ Experience in Tool and Die Making (Tool Design) is preferred.
+ Commercial awareness and experience from low cost suppliers.
**Compensation Information:**
The compensation package for the role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $5K - 110K annually.
ITW considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, geographic location, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
In addition to a competitive salary, ITW employees in the U.S. are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs. We also provide a 401k plan with a company match and an additional employer contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Commuter benefits, Adoption Assistance, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, vacation, sick time, and 11 Paid Holidays.
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Sourcing Engineer - Supply Chain
37230 Nashville, Tennessee
HCA Healthcare
Posted 2 days ago
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**Description**
**Introduction**
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for our **Sourcing Engineer** opening with HealthTrust today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.
The **Sourcing Engineer** plays a crucial role in enhancing our supply base by identifying and qualifying new or alternative suppliers to mitigate risks associated with components and suppliers. This position involves translating clinical feedback into actionable design and engineering changes, supporting design improvements, and new product development in collaboration with suppliers.
*** Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required. ***
**Benefits**
HealthTrust, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
+ Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
+ Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
+ Colleague recognition program
+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits ( Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._**
**JOB SUMMARY**
What you will do in this role:
+ Support all phases of supplier development & negotiation with practical working knowledge of commodity manufacturing processes.
+ Support complex supply chain optimization involving multiple technologies, suppliers, and manufacturing processes.
+ Perform supplier evaluations, development, qualification, and selection to meet commodity, production, and supply strategies.
+ Identify and communicate sourcing risks throughout the product cycle to mitigate supply risk.
+ Closely partner with leadership to identify potential new sources to support business objectives.
+ Work with sourcing, quality and suppliers to ensure appropriate specifications are developed for components and assemblies.
+ Learn and apply understanding of manufacturing technologies, knowing the advantages/disadvantages of various manufacturing methods for different commodity types, manufacturability, and relation to design specifications, traceability, and process control.
+ Understanding or aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products
+ Track and manage improvements in procured component supply risk, quality, material cost, and lead time.
+ Manage and coordinate all sourcing project deliverables in support of supply improvements.
+ Ability to plan and execute project timelines for assigned categories, with guidance from manager.
+ With guidance and oversight from manager, individual must be able to use knowledge about supplier to execute strategies, create leverage, and mitigate risks.
+ Under supervision, the individual is responsible for the sourcing process for their assigned portfolio. Including market research, bid preparation, RFI/RFP, contract negotiations, and contract launch.
+ Oversee supplier relationship during the sourcing process. Lead supplier business reviews and review new products/technologies as they arise in assigned categories.
+ Own supplier related issues through to resolution and provide recommendations for replacement should resolution not be possible.
+ Collaborate with multiple functions across various time zones in a professional, well-organized and results-oriented manner.
+ Meet/exceed timeline, financial and operational goals in the annual plan.
**What you will need for this role:**
+ **Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.**
+ 3 - 5 years of relevant work experience (product lifecycle, design, vendor management, translating clinical feedback into actionable design and engineering changes, supporting design improvements, and new product development in collaboration with suppliers.)
+ Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
+ Basic understanding of verifications and validations, including IQ, OQ, and PQ
HealthTrust Supply Chain ( is a critical part of HCA Healthcareâs strategy. Our focus is to **improve performance** and reduce costs. We do this by joining non-clinical and administrative functions. HealthTrust Supply Chain best practice methodologies. We develop, apply and monitor **cost-efficient initiatives** and programs for HCA Healthcare. By improving facility efficiency, medical professionals can focus on our mission - patient care.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldâs Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Across HCA Healthcare's more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Sourcing Engineer opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. **We are interviewing apply today!**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
#HT-AFHP
**Introduction**
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for our **Sourcing Engineer** opening with HealthTrust today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.
The **Sourcing Engineer** plays a crucial role in enhancing our supply base by identifying and qualifying new or alternative suppliers to mitigate risks associated with components and suppliers. This position involves translating clinical feedback into actionable design and engineering changes, supporting design improvements, and new product development in collaboration with suppliers.
*** Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required. ***
**Benefits**
HealthTrust, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
+ Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
+ Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
+ Colleague recognition program
+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits ( Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._**
**JOB SUMMARY**
What you will do in this role:
+ Support all phases of supplier development & negotiation with practical working knowledge of commodity manufacturing processes.
+ Support complex supply chain optimization involving multiple technologies, suppliers, and manufacturing processes.
+ Perform supplier evaluations, development, qualification, and selection to meet commodity, production, and supply strategies.
+ Identify and communicate sourcing risks throughout the product cycle to mitigate supply risk.
+ Closely partner with leadership to identify potential new sources to support business objectives.
+ Work with sourcing, quality and suppliers to ensure appropriate specifications are developed for components and assemblies.
+ Learn and apply understanding of manufacturing technologies, knowing the advantages/disadvantages of various manufacturing methods for different commodity types, manufacturability, and relation to design specifications, traceability, and process control.
+ Understanding or aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products
+ Track and manage improvements in procured component supply risk, quality, material cost, and lead time.
+ Manage and coordinate all sourcing project deliverables in support of supply improvements.
+ Ability to plan and execute project timelines for assigned categories, with guidance from manager.
+ With guidance and oversight from manager, individual must be able to use knowledge about supplier to execute strategies, create leverage, and mitigate risks.
+ Under supervision, the individual is responsible for the sourcing process for their assigned portfolio. Including market research, bid preparation, RFI/RFP, contract negotiations, and contract launch.
+ Oversee supplier relationship during the sourcing process. Lead supplier business reviews and review new products/technologies as they arise in assigned categories.
+ Own supplier related issues through to resolution and provide recommendations for replacement should resolution not be possible.
+ Collaborate with multiple functions across various time zones in a professional, well-organized and results-oriented manner.
+ Meet/exceed timeline, financial and operational goals in the annual plan.
**What you will need for this role:**
+ **Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.**
+ 3 - 5 years of relevant work experience (product lifecycle, design, vendor management, translating clinical feedback into actionable design and engineering changes, supporting design improvements, and new product development in collaboration with suppliers.)
+ Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
+ Basic understanding of verifications and validations, including IQ, OQ, and PQ
HealthTrust Supply Chain ( is a critical part of HCA Healthcareâs strategy. Our focus is to **improve performance** and reduce costs. We do this by joining non-clinical and administrative functions. HealthTrust Supply Chain best practice methodologies. We develop, apply and monitor **cost-efficient initiatives** and programs for HCA Healthcare. By improving facility efficiency, medical professionals can focus on our mission - patient care.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldâs Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Across HCA Healthcare's more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Sourcing Engineer opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. **We are interviewing apply today!**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
#HT-AFHP
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Senior Sourcing Engineer
80026 Lafayette, Colorado
Medtronic
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We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 25 Sep 2025
**Position Description:**
Sr. Sourcing Engineer for Covidien, LP (a Medtronic company) located in Lafayette, CO. Provide technical engineering expertise and serve as the technical liaison between Medtronic design requirements and suppliers' technical capability to support business objectives; facilitate Lean-Sigma continuous improvement with suppliers, support and implementation; identify risks associated with low margins between supplier processes and design requirements; understand and conform with medical device industry standards and regulatory requirements to include Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 60601, Corrective Action & Preventive Action (CAPA), and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices); execute lean transformation projects, product transfers, cost savings and material replacement projects with suppliers; coordinate and drive continuous improvement activities including process characterizations and optimization using methodologies including Design of Experiments (DOE), Time studies, value analysis and value engineering (VAVE), DRM (Design, Reliability and Manufacturability), and Lean Six Sigma; facilitate selection of new suppliers ensuring Medtronic design requirements are met; coordinate root cause investigations of product or process non-conformances using six sigma methodology; establish process flows, coordinate process validations using Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification and Performance Qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) protocols; oversee statistical analysis by using techniques including Gage R and R, ANOVA, variables data distribution, sample size calculation, statistical process control, and Capability and Normality Assessments; oversee and coordinate Critical Feature Identification (CFI), Critical to Quality (CTQ) determination, Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (PFMEA), and Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) activities; and coordinate inspection methods including variables and attribute.
Position works a hybrid model and will be onsite in Lafayette, CO - 4 days per week.
**Basic Qualifications:**
Bachelors' Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or related engineering field and four (4) years as a supplier, electrical or quality engineer or related occupation in supplier quality engineering for medical devices. Must possess at least four (4) years' experience with each of the following: FDA regulations, 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, CAPA, and GMP; Lean transformation projects, product transfers, cost savings and material replacement projects; Process characterizations and optimization using methodologies including DOE, Time studies, VAVE, and Lean Six Sigma; Identifying root cause of product or process non-conformances; Establishing process flows and conducting process validations using IQ/OQ/PQ; Gage R &R, ANOVA, variables data distribution, sample size calculation, statistical process control, and Normality Assessments; CFI, PFMEA, DFMEA, and CTQ; Coordinating inspection methods including variables and attribute.
**Salary:** $113,400 to $156,000 per year
#LI-DNI
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans ( lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That's who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.
**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.
**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will.
+ **Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world
+ **Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities
+ **Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning
These commitments set our team apart from the rest:
**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.
**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.
**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, it's about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.
**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare setting is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here ( .
For updates on job applications, please go to the candidate login page and sign in to check your application status.
If you need assistance completing your application please email
To request removal of your personal information from our systems please email
**Position Description:**
Sr. Sourcing Engineer for Covidien, LP (a Medtronic company) located in Lafayette, CO. Provide technical engineering expertise and serve as the technical liaison between Medtronic design requirements and suppliers' technical capability to support business objectives; facilitate Lean-Sigma continuous improvement with suppliers, support and implementation; identify risks associated with low margins between supplier processes and design requirements; understand and conform with medical device industry standards and regulatory requirements to include Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 60601, Corrective Action & Preventive Action (CAPA), and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices); execute lean transformation projects, product transfers, cost savings and material replacement projects with suppliers; coordinate and drive continuous improvement activities including process characterizations and optimization using methodologies including Design of Experiments (DOE), Time studies, value analysis and value engineering (VAVE), DRM (Design, Reliability and Manufacturability), and Lean Six Sigma; facilitate selection of new suppliers ensuring Medtronic design requirements are met; coordinate root cause investigations of product or process non-conformances using six sigma methodology; establish process flows, coordinate process validations using Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification and Performance Qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) protocols; oversee statistical analysis by using techniques including Gage R and R, ANOVA, variables data distribution, sample size calculation, statistical process control, and Capability and Normality Assessments; oversee and coordinate Critical Feature Identification (CFI), Critical to Quality (CTQ) determination, Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (PFMEA), and Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) activities; and coordinate inspection methods including variables and attribute.
Position works a hybrid model and will be onsite in Lafayette, CO - 4 days per week.
**Basic Qualifications:**
Bachelors' Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or related engineering field and four (4) years as a supplier, electrical or quality engineer or related occupation in supplier quality engineering for medical devices. Must possess at least four (4) years' experience with each of the following: FDA regulations, 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, CAPA, and GMP; Lean transformation projects, product transfers, cost savings and material replacement projects; Process characterizations and optimization using methodologies including DOE, Time studies, VAVE, and Lean Six Sigma; Identifying root cause of product or process non-conformances; Establishing process flows and conducting process validations using IQ/OQ/PQ; Gage R &R, ANOVA, variables data distribution, sample size calculation, statistical process control, and Normality Assessments; CFI, PFMEA, DFMEA, and CTQ; Coordinating inspection methods including variables and attribute.
**Salary:** $113,400 to $156,000 per year
#LI-DNI
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans ( lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That's who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.
**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.
**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will.
+ **Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world
+ **Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities
+ **Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning
These commitments set our team apart from the rest:
**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.
**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.
**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, it's about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.
**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare setting is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here ( .
For updates on job applications, please go to the candidate login page and sign in to check your application status.
If you need assistance completing your application please email
To request removal of your personal information from our systems please email
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7
Principal Sourcing Engineer
98073 Snoqualmie, Washington
Microsoft Corporation
Posted 4 days ago
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Microsoft's Cloud business is expanding, and the Cloud Supply Chain (CSCP) organization is responsible for enabling the hardware infrastructure underlying this growth including AI! CSCP's vision is to empower customers to achieve more by delivering Cloud and AI capabilities at scale. Our mission is to deliver the world's computer with an industry-leading supply chain. The CSCP organization is responsible for traditional supply chain functions such as plan, source, make, deliver, but also manages supportability (spares), sustainability, and decommissioning of datacenter assets worldwide. We deliver the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's over 200 online businesses including Bing, MSN, Office 365, Xbox Live, OneDrive and the Microsoft Azure platform for external customers. Our infrastructure is supported by more than 300 datacenters around the world that enable services for more than 1 billion customers in over 90 countries.
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
**Responsibilities**
Market & Strategy Development
+ Research markets, competitors, and industry trends to inform and develop multi-year sourcing strategies for SSD.
+ Set savings targets across managed categories and share expertise in markets, competitors, and technologies.
Supplier Analysis & Strategy Execution
+ Analyze supplier pricing, cost structures, capabilities, and capacity to shape sourcing strategies.
+ Develop, maintain, and execute multi-year sourcing strategies to ensure advantaged cost, continuity of supply, and achievement of quality, sustainability, and repairability goals.
Risk Management
+ Ensure supply chains are resilient to disruptions by proactively developing and implementing mitigation plans for risks such as manufacturing, geopolitical, seasonal, or financial challenges.
Negotiation & Supplier Engagement
+ Lead contract and price negotiations for the SSD category, collaborating cross-functionally to meet price, capacity, and strategic business needs.
+ Serve as Microsoft's central point of contact for SSD suppliers to drive innovation and operational excellence.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
+ Facilitate early engagement with cross-functional leadership-including product design, quality, and business teams-to determine sourcing requirements.
+ Evaluate end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision-making and ensure continuous supply.
Technology & Innovation Influence
+ Recommend and influence adoption of new technologies, materials, or components based on supply availability, supplier capability, industry trends, and business impact.
Governance & Issue Resolution
+ Manage internal and external cross-functional partnerships, define processes and governance for supplier relationships, and serve as a point of escalation to resolve supply issues and ensure continuity.
Budget & Investment Alignment
+ Make and deliver on budget commitments, leveraging technical expertise to guide investment decisions and extend the life of existing assets in alignment with short- and long-term supply needs.
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 8+ years of experience of SSD technologies, NAND market dynamics, and supplier ecosystems (e.g., TLC vs QLC, Gen4 vs Gen5 PCIe interfaces).
+ 8+ years of experienc representing a team in strategic forums and simplifying complex issues for executive stakeholders.
+ 8+ years of experience in managing supplier/customer relationships and resolving escalations to ensure continuity of supply.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Doctorate in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 5+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 12+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ Experience with qualification processes such as AQL, SKU Qual, EG node-level qual, and scale testing.
+ Familiarity with BOM management, supplier performance metrics, and SSD lifecycle planning.
+ Proven ability to lead multi-year sourcing strategies and multi-sourcing initiatives.
+ Proven analytical skills to evaluate supplier pricing, cost structures, and capacity constraints.
+ Ability to synthesize complex data and market signals to influence sourcing strategy and investment decisions.
+ Demonstrated success in leading engagements across product design, quality, finance, and business teams.
+ Experience driving alignment across engineering, finance, and leadership for strategic sourcing initiatives.
+ Recognized as a subject matter expert in SSD sourcing, influencing product, culture, and business outcomes.
+ Ability to manage supply continuity through proactive risk mitigation and supplier engagement.
+ Operates with high autonomy, often leading feature crews or strategic sourcing initiatives.
+ Demonstrates leadership-by-example, mentoring others and defining team processes and culture.
Sourcing Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $74,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 188,000 - 304,200 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: will accept applications for the role until August 28, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
The Cloud Sourcing, Spares, Security and Sustainability (CS4) organization within CSCP manages sourcing, strategy, and suppliers to provide cost, flexibility, and supply advantages that enable our org to become a world-class supply chain. Well-defined and executed sourcing and supply chain management ensures reliable, on-time performance and optimized cost, prevents urgent and unplanned investments, and provides accurate and timely information across the supply base and internally across the infrastructure organization. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide.
**Responsibilities**
Market & Strategy Development
+ Research markets, competitors, and industry trends to inform and develop multi-year sourcing strategies for SSD.
+ Set savings targets across managed categories and share expertise in markets, competitors, and technologies.
Supplier Analysis & Strategy Execution
+ Analyze supplier pricing, cost structures, capabilities, and capacity to shape sourcing strategies.
+ Develop, maintain, and execute multi-year sourcing strategies to ensure advantaged cost, continuity of supply, and achievement of quality, sustainability, and repairability goals.
Risk Management
+ Ensure supply chains are resilient to disruptions by proactively developing and implementing mitigation plans for risks such as manufacturing, geopolitical, seasonal, or financial challenges.
Negotiation & Supplier Engagement
+ Lead contract and price negotiations for the SSD category, collaborating cross-functionally to meet price, capacity, and strategic business needs.
+ Serve as Microsoft's central point of contact for SSD suppliers to drive innovation and operational excellence.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
+ Facilitate early engagement with cross-functional leadership-including product design, quality, and business teams-to determine sourcing requirements.
+ Evaluate end-to-end supply chain operations, market conditions, and sourcing data to inform cross-functional decision-making and ensure continuous supply.
Technology & Innovation Influence
+ Recommend and influence adoption of new technologies, materials, or components based on supply availability, supplier capability, industry trends, and business impact.
Governance & Issue Resolution
+ Manage internal and external cross-functional partnerships, define processes and governance for supplier relationships, and serve as a point of escalation to resolve supply issues and ensure continuity.
Budget & Investment Alignment
+ Make and deliver on budget commitments, leveraging technical expertise to guide investment decisions and extend the life of existing assets in alignment with short- and long-term supply needs.
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 8+ years of experience of SSD technologies, NAND market dynamics, and supplier ecosystems (e.g., TLC vs QLC, Gen4 vs Gen5 PCIe interfaces).
+ 8+ years of experienc representing a team in strategic forums and simplifying complex issues for executive stakeholders.
+ 8+ years of experience in managing supplier/customer relationships and resolving escalations to ensure continuity of supply.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Doctorate in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 5+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 12+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ Experience with qualification processes such as AQL, SKU Qual, EG node-level qual, and scale testing.
+ Familiarity with BOM management, supplier performance metrics, and SSD lifecycle planning.
+ Proven ability to lead multi-year sourcing strategies and multi-sourcing initiatives.
+ Proven analytical skills to evaluate supplier pricing, cost structures, and capacity constraints.
+ Ability to synthesize complex data and market signals to influence sourcing strategy and investment decisions.
+ Demonstrated success in leading engagements across product design, quality, finance, and business teams.
+ Experience driving alignment across engineering, finance, and leadership for strategic sourcing initiatives.
+ Recognized as a subject matter expert in SSD sourcing, influencing product, culture, and business outcomes.
+ Ability to manage supply continuity through proactive risk mitigation and supplier engagement.
+ Operates with high autonomy, often leading feature crews or strategic sourcing initiatives.
+ Demonstrates leadership-by-example, mentoring others and defining team processes and culture.
Sourcing Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $74,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD 188,000 - 304,200 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: will accept applications for the role until August 28, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Product Sourcing Engineer
Nashville, Tennessee
DSJ Global
Posted today
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The Sourcing Engineer plays a crucial role in enhancing our supply base by identifying and qualifying new or alternative suppliers to mitigate risks associated with components and suppliers. This position involves translating clinical feedback into actionable design and engineering changes, supporting design improvements, and new product development in collaboration with suppliers.
- Support all phases of supplier development & negotiation with practical working knowledge of commodity manufacturing processes.
- Support complex supply chain optimization involving multiple technologies, suppliers, and manufacturing processes.
- Perform supplier evaluations, development, qualification, and selection to meet commodity, production, and supply strategies.
- Identify and communicate sourcing risks throughout the product cycle to mitigate supply risk.
- Closely partner with leadership to identify potential new sources to support business objectives.
- Work with sourcing, quality and suppliers to ensure appropriate specifications are developed for components and assemblies.
- Learn and apply understanding of manufacturing technologies, knowing the advantages/disadvantages of various manufacturing methods for different commodity types, manufacturability, and relation to design specifications, traceability, and process control.
- Understanding or aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products
- Track and manage improvements in procured component supply risk, quality, material cost, and lead time.
- Manage and coordinate all sourcing project deliverables in support of supply improvements.
- Ability to plan and execute project timelines for assigned categories, with guidance from manager.
- With guidance and oversight from manager, individual must be able to use knowledge about supplier to execute strategies, create leverage, and mitigate risks.
- Under supervision, the individual is responsible for the sourcing process for their assigned portfolio. Including market research, bid preparation, RFI/RFP, contract negotiations, and contract launch.
- Oversee supplier relationship during the sourcing process. Lead supplier business reviews and review new products/technologies as they arise in assigned categories.
- Own supplier related issues through to resolution and provide recommendations for replacement should resolution not be possible.
- Collaborate with multiple functions across various time zones in a professional, well-organized and results-oriented manner.
- Meet/exceed timeline, financial and operational goals in the annual plan.
What you will need for this role:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
- 3 - 5 years of relevant work experience.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
Basic understanding of verifications and validations, including IQ, OQ, and PQ
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