As a Principal Buyer within Micron's Capital Equipment Procurement organization, you will lead strategic supplier and category management initiatives supporting Micron's global technology development and manufacturing roadmap. The role is responsible for driving total cost competitiveness, supply assurance, supplier innovation, and long-term strategic partnerships across critical capital equipment categories! You will collaborate closely with Technology Development, Global Operations, Facilities, Manufacturing, and Executive Leadership teams to develop and implement sourcing strategies that support Micron's growth objectives. The successful candidate combines strong commercial and analytical skills with a digital-first outlook. They use AI-enabled tools, advanced analytics, and automation to improve decision quality, enhance efficiency, and speed up business results. Key Responsibilities Strategic Category Leadership • Develop and implement global category strategies for assigned capital equipment suppliers and technologies. • Partner with internal collaborators to align sourcing activities with business, technology, and capacity roadmaps. • Lead supplier segmentation, supplier governance, and executive engagement strategies. • Drive long-term supply assurance and capacity planning initiatives. Commercial Excellence • Lead complex commercial negotiations, including pricing, capacity commitments, efficiency improvements, and technology development agreements. • Apply should-cost methodologies, benchmarking, and market intelligence to improve capital efficiency. • Deliver measurable Total Delivered Cost Improvement (TDCI) and business value outcomes. Supplier Relationship Management • Build executive-level relationships with strategic suppliers. • Influence supplier roadmaps and capability development to align with Micron requirements. • Drive supplier performance improvement in cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and risk management. AI-Enabled Procurement & Digital Transformation • Employ AI-powered tools, predictive analytics, and automation to boost sourcing efficiency, supplier intelligence, decision quality, and business outcomes. • Apply AI-enabled solutions to identify cost optimization opportunities, supply chain risks, market insights, and negotiation strategies. • Drive adoption of digital and AI-enabled ways of working that improve team efficiency and reduce non-value-added activities. • Apply data analytics, automation, and business intelligence tools to generate actionable insights and support strategic decision-making. • Partner with collaborators to find opportunities for process simplification, automation, and operational excellence. • Serve as a champion for responsible AI adoption and continuous improvement within procurement processes. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field. • 10+ years of procurement, supply chain, category management, capital equipment, engineering, or semiconductor industry experience. • Proven ability in leading complex negotiations and strategic supplier relationships. • Strong analytical, financial, and collaborator management skills. • Ability to influence across organizational and geographical boundaries. Preferred Qualifications • Semiconductor capital equipment experience. • Experience supporting Technology Development or advanced node programs. • Knowledge of supplier cost structures and should-cost methodologies. • Experience engaging supplier executives and leading global sourcing strategies. • Strong business insight and executive communication skills. As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.