Senior Sourcing Engineer

** Overview*
* Join the Microsoft Devices Operations (MDO) team as a  
** Senior Sourcing Engineer
** for Integrated Components (ICs), where you will own the end-to-end sourcing strategy and business performance for critical semiconductor technologies that power Surface, Xbox, and other programs.

This high-impact role serves as the accountable leader for supplier strategy, commercial outcomes, supply continuity, and long-term category health. You will shape sourcing decisions from early technology engagement and product development through commercialization and lifecycle management, partnering closely with Engineering, Product Management, Finance, Operations, and Legal teams to deliver resilient, cost-effective, and industry-leading hardware solutions.

Success in this role requires a unique combination of technical acumen, commercial expertise, strategic thinking, and executive influence. You will build and lead relationships with some of the world's most critical semiconductor suppliers, drive complex negotiations, develop long-term sourcing and resiliency strategies, and navigate dynamic market conditions to ensure Microsoft maintains a competitive advantage.

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*
* + 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*
* ** Required/

Minimum Qualifications:

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* + 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…