Sourcing Manager (New Product Introduction)
Stryker•Waltham, MA
•$102,600 - $222,300
About The Position
The Sourcing Manager leads strategic sourcing activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, partnering with engineering and other cross-functional stakeholders to support product development and successful launches. The role optimizes the supply base, reduces costs, manages supplier risk, and creates long-term value through supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and ongoing supplier management. The position can be performed remotely, in a hybrid arrangement, or onsite, and requires 30% travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- 8+ years in Supply Chain or a related manufacturing skill set, with experience in sourcing and supplier development.
- Knowledge and application of supplier contract strategy, negotiations, contractual terms, and contract administration.
- Knowledge of supplier processes and supply chain risk factors, including experience assessing and mitigating risk in the supply base.
Nice To Haves
- Education in Supply Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or another related field.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers; lead negotiations to optimize quality, service, cost, and supply continuity.
- Develop and negotiate supplier contracts and commercial agreements, and ensure ongoing supplier performance.
- Partner with Engineering and cross-functional teams to support new product development and successful product launches.
- Identify and execute cost-reduction and long-term savings opportunities while supporting product cost objectives.
- Assess and mitigate supplier and supply chain risk throughout the NPI lifecycle.
- Build strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders across the organization.
- Conduct cost, sourcing, and make-versus-buy analyses to support business decisions.
- Communicate sourcing strategies, supplier risks, recommendations, and key decisions to stakeholders and leadership.
- Collaborate across sourcing teams to leverage best practices, supplier capabilities, and sourcing strategies across the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
