Component Lifecycle & Obsolescence Manager

ZOLL Medical•Chelmsford, MA

12d•Remote

About The Position

Acute Care Technology At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions. The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service. At ZOLL, you won't just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose. Join our team. It's a great time to be a part of ZOLL! ZOLL Medical does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need ZOLL immigration sponsorship (e.g. H1B, TN, STEM, OPT, etc.) either now or in the future. Job Summary At ZOLL, supply continuity is critical to delivering life saving medical devices. The Component Lifecycle & Obsolescence Manager will be the subject matter expert responsible for protecting that continuity by proactively managing the complex component end of life (EOL) and obsolescence risk across ZOLL's product portfolio. This role serves as the single threaded owner for component lifecycle management, partnering closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product teams to ensure long-term product support while balancing inventory, cost, and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate is detail oriented, comfortable working with large data sets, and confident influencing cross functional decisions that impact patient critical products.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field required
10+ years in Procurement, Supply Chain, Component Engineering, or related field
Familiarity with ERP, PLM, and lifecycle tracking tools
Working knowledge of PCN processes and supplier lifecycle management best practices
Project management experience in component obsolescence, EOL, or lifecycle risk
Strong analytical and data management skills (inventory analysis, projections, scenario modeling)
Experience leading cross functional teams in a technical or regulated environment
Overall strong business acumen
Knowledge of the electronic and/or electro-mechanical component industry
Led negotiations including international suppliers, adversarial supplier relationships and disruptive supply situations
Vast knowledge of upstream electronic supply chain components and origins
Knowledge level to advise engineering team at a high level on cost comparison of preliminary designs
Can demonstrate strong written and verbal presentation skills
Microsoft Office proficiency

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Experience in medical devices, electronics manufacturing, or other regulated industries preferred

Responsibilities

Own the end of life (EOL) and obsolescence management process for all electronic, electromechanical, and custom components
Maintain accurate lifecycle status, run out timelines, and risk assessments tied to active and sustaining products
Track supplier notifications including PCNs, NRNDs, and EOL announcements
Develop run out analyses and last time buy (LTB) recommendations aligned with: Product roadmaps, Forecast demand, Regulatory and quality considerations
Balance inventory risk, cost exposure, and long-term support requirements
Provide clear decision data to Procurement, Engineering, and Product leaders
Drive projects with Engineering to: Evaluate alternate components, Support form fit function replacements, Align redesign timelines with component lifecycle risk
Work with Quality and Regulatory to ensure lifecycle decisions support compliance and documentation requirements
Coordinate with Manufacturing and Planning to prevent supply disruption
Partner with suppliers to: Influence LTB deadlines and LTB product availability, Negotiate pricing and executing LTBs
Establish and continuously improve standardized component EOL and obsolescence processes
Strengthen visibility and cadence around lifecycle risk (12–36-month horizon)
Serve as the primary escalation point for component lifecycle risk within the organization