Boston Scientific · 22 hours ago
Senior Sourcing Specialist - ExOps
Arden Hills, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $132K/yr
3+ years expBoston Scientific is a leader in medical science, committed to solving important health industry challenges. The Senior Sourcing Specialist will partner with suppliers to enhance sourcing objectives, improve supplier performance, and manage relationships to drive cost savings and mitigate risks in the supply chain.
Health CareMedicalMedical Device
No H1B
Responsibilities
Working with Sourced Finished Medical Device manufacturers for capital equipment and/or single-use devices from contract manufacturers and/or OEM suppliers
Utilizing strategic sourcing methodologies to lead category teams in refining and executing strategies that meet quality, service, and cost objectives
Promoting continuous value improvement for all aspects of quality, service, and cost within the assigned supply base
Overseeing contract and vendor management activities, including strategic reviews, site visits, service escalations, and risk mitigation; maintaining supplier performance review metrics and scorecards
Monitoring and reporting market dynamics and changes that affect internal client needs; identifying category trends to drive continuous improvement with the broader procurement team
Partnering with internal clients and stakeholders to identify sourcing needs, conduct buyer and market profiles, share marketplace trends and best practices, increase value proposition, and reduce total cost of ownership (TCO)
Collaborating with core teams to support projects for new product development, integrations, and transfers; aligning with strategic supply base to identify and mitigate risks and deliver according to schedules and cost targets
Leading negotiation processes and partnering with stakeholders and legal teams to execute contracts
Managing the bidding process and annual operational budget to ensure accuracy of inputs; addressing proposed increases and preventing unfavorable purchase price variance (PPV)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in any discipline
Minimum of 3 years' experience with strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management
Proficiency in cost modeling and data analysis or similar quantitative skills
Experience managing optimal supplier contracts and negotiating value improvements
Experience with MS Office Excel and other applications (Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.)
Ability to travel up to 20% (globally)
Preferred
Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma)
Minimum of 5 years' experience with strategic procurement (sourcing) and supplier relationship management
Experience working in the medical device or similar regulated industry
Experience working with finished medical device (SFMD) contract manufacturers and/or OEM suppliers
Strong negotiation and decision-making skills with ability to influence internal and external teams
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; process- and results-oriented
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities effectively
Company
Boston Scientific
Boston Scientific is a medical technology company that designs and develops medical devices to diagnose and treat a wide range of condition.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$10.02B2025-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.58B
2024-02-22Post Ipo Debt· $2.17B
2022-03-04Post Ipo Debt· $3.28B
Leadership Team
Michael Mahoney
Chairman, President & CEO
Daniel J. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
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