Senior Manager - NPI Sourcing
Core
Lead the supply chain and sourcing strategy for new minimally invasive robotic surgical products from concept to launch.
Role type
Senior Manager, New Product Introduction (NPI) Sourcing
Builds
New product supply chains for robotic surgical systems
Domain
Medical Devices / Robotic Surgery
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, program management, supplier engagement, cost negotiation, supply risk management, inventory planning, process improvement, team leadership, contract management
Preferred skills
MBA, Lean/Kanban methodologies
Technologies
SAP, MS Office, ERP systems
Responsibilities
Select and develop commodity managers and buyers; create long-term sourcing strategies; lead supplier engagements and negotiations; ensure compliance with purchasing SOPs and SOX; optimize inventory levels for product launches; mentor procurement teams; implement corrective actions for supply shortages.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities