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Senior Sourcing Engineer

Microsoft· Sourcing Engineering
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Redmond, WA$119.8k - $234.7kFull-timePosted 3w ago

About the role

Senior Sourcing Engineer for Integrated Components (ICs) at Microsoft Devices Operations (MDO) responsible for end-to-end sourcing strategy, supplier performance, and lifecycle management of critical semiconductor technologies powering Surface, Xbox, and other programs.

Responsibilities

  • Own the end-to-end sourcing strategy and supply chain performance for assigned semiconductor and IC categories, from technology selection and supplier engagement through commercialization, production, and lifecycle management.
  • Serve as the single accountable leader for supplier strategy, commercial outcomes, supply continuity, risk management, and overall business performance within the category.
  • Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies that align supplier roadmaps, technology capabilities, capacity plans, and commercial frameworks with Microsoft Devices product and business objectives.
  • Lead executive-level supplier relationships, driving strategic partnerships, commercial negotiations, Product Supply Agreements, and performance commitments that deliver competitive advantage and sustained value.
  • Partner with Engineering, Architecture, Product Management, Finance, Operations, and Legal to influence critical design, sourcing, and business decisions, balancing technology requirements, cost, quality, resiliency, and time-to-market.
  • Drive end-to-end supplier selection and qualification processes, evaluating technical capabilities, manufacturing readiness, capacity, financial health, and long-term strategic fit.
  • Own supply chain resiliency strategies, including multi-sourcing, alternate source qualification, capacity planning, and business continuity initiatives to mitigate risk and ensure uninterrupted supply.
  • Anticipate and resolve systemic supply chain challenges impacting quality, cost, delivery, lead times, or capacity, leading cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable solutions.
  • Lead contracting activities and commercial governance, ensuring agreements appropriately address business objectives, intellectual property protection, supply commitments, operational flexibility, and risk allocation.
  • Deliver measurable improvements in cost, quality, supply assurance, and operational performance through data-driven decision making, supplier performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Champion strategic initiatives with internal stakeholders and suppliers, influencing decisions across organizational boundaries and driving alignment on complex, high-impact business priorities.
  • Provide thought leadership on market dynamics, supplier ecosystems, technology trends, and sourcing best practices, shaping long-term category and supply chain strategy.

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 same fields AND 4+ years experience OR equivalent experience.

Skills

Required:Sourcing strategyNegotiations

Benefits

  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check required upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Competitive compensation with base salary ranges provided.
  • Membership in Microsoft benefits programs (varies by location).
Last updated Oct 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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