Program Manager, NPI Sourcing
Core
Program Manager leading supply chain readiness, launch, and scale of new instrument or system platforms, managing complex direct materials and supplier strategies.
Role type
Senior Program Manager, NPI Sourcing & Category Management
Builds
New product introductions (NPI) for high-value medical instrument platforms
Domain
Medical device manufacturing / Regulated manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
New product introduction (NPI) leadership, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, risk and capacity planning, cost management, cross-functional program leadership, financial modeling, project management, data analysis
Preferred skills
Medical device industry experience, SAP, Agile, strategic sourcing principles, make vs. buy analysis, data visualization
Technologies
MS Office, ERP systems, SAP, Tableau, Power BI
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams for NPI programs and category management; develop and execute supplier strategies and roadmaps; negotiate long-term commercial agreements; manage supplier performance and escalations; develop risk mitigation and capacity plans; drive cost reduction initiatives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities