Microsoft Category Sourcing Manager-DAC Cable 

Taiwan, New Taipei, New Taipei 

930203483

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 1+ year(s) 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 2+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, product line management or strategy, preferably within the electronics or networking industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• MBA

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.

• Develop and Implement Sourcing Strategies:
  • Create and execute strategic sourcing plans for DAC cables to meet business objectives.
  • Analyze market trends, supply chain dynamics, and technology advancements to inform sourcing decisions.
• Supplier Management:
  • Identify, evaluate, and develop strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply of DAC cables.
  • Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and implement improvement plans as needed.
• Negotiation and Contract Management:
  • Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with contractual agreements and manage contract renewals and amendments.
• Cost Management:
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives through strategic negotiations, value engineering, and alternative sourcing.
  • Monitor and report on cost performance against budget and forecast.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with engineering, product development, quality assurance, and logistics teams to ensure sourcing strategies align with product requirements and timelines.
  • Collaborate with global procurement teams to leverage best practices and global sourcing opportunities.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, including capacity constraints, quality issues, and geopolitical factors.
  • Develop contingency plans to ensure supply continuity.