Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist - ExOps

Boston Scientific•Arden Hills, MN

6d•$93,600 - $177,800•Hybrid

About The Position

Supporting External Operations across new product development and sustaining initiatives, the Sr. Strategic Sourcing Specialist partners with leading suppliers to deliver the materials, products, innovation, and services that strengthen Boston Scientific’s competitive advantage. Serving as the category lead, this role builds and manages relationships with contract manufacturers (CMs) and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of sourced finished medical devices (SFMDs) to advance global sourcing goals, improve supplier performance, enhance quality and service, deliver sustainable cost savings, and reduce supply chain risks. At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Requirements

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)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma)
Minimum of 5 years' experience with strategic sourcing, procurement, 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

Responsibilities

Working with sourced finished medical devices (SFMD) manufacturers for capital equipment and single-use devices from contract manufacturers and 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)