Sourcing Specialist II - Global Ops

Boston Scientific•Georgetown, MA

1d•$75,100 - $142,600•Hybrid

About The Position

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions. As a core member of the Indirect Sourcing team, the Indirect Sourcing Specialist leads the development and execution of sourcing strategies for assigned categories within Global Facilities that support Boston Scientific’s worldwide operations. In partnership with stakeholders across Global Operations, this role ensures sourcing strategies are aligned with organizational goals and operational needs, while championing meaningful innovation, high performance, and global collaboration. The incumbent will manage a broad portfolio of services including managed facility services, security services and construction services to achieve sustainable cost reductions, mitigate supply chain risk and drive overall business objectives. The role operates with moderate guidance and is responsible for independently managing initiatives from strategy through execution. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field; equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of procurement experience with a strong focus on facility-based operations
Experience with contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing methodologies
Experience managing global supplier relationships including performance, and service optimization
Experience driving value improvement programs

Nice To Haves

Effective project management, presentation and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), Tableau, SAP, Ariba, or similar systems
Proficient in AI applications (CoPilot, ChatGPT, Deep Research, etc.)
Ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels

Responsibilities

Serving as a trusted advisor and partner to internal stakeholders to identify business needs and align sourcing strategies; ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements in all sourcing activities
Leading global RFI/RFP processes including development, supplier engagement, bid analysis, and contract negotiations with facility service providers in conjunction with internal stakeholders
Collaborating with stakeholders to forecast and consolidate demand; identify and implement opportunities to reduce demand, optimize spend and implement cost reduction initiatives.
Gathering and analyzing global spend data, market trends, and supply chain risks to identify and implement innovative solutions, optimize value improvement opportunities and cost savings
Negotiating value improvements and optimizing supplier contracts to ensure balanced engagement and competitive advantage
Managing strategic supplier relationships via performance reviews, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives
Integrating key pillars of indirect sourcing strategy, including cost leadership, supplier innovation, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability
Promoting a work environment of continuous improvement and operational excellence