Staff Vendor Management Analyst
Core
Manage global strategic suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure supply continuity, reduce risks, and drive cost/value improvements.
Role type
Staff Vendor Management Analyst (Strategic Supplier & Contract Manufacturer Governance)
Builds
Global supply chain continuity for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices and biosensing technology
Domain
Medical Devices / Consumer Health Technology / Supply Chain Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier relationship management, S&OP process knowledge, MRP familiarity, cost reduction strategy, VAVE program leadership, NPI readiness management, executive reporting, cross-functional influence, risk mitigation, contract governance
Preferred skills
Strategic supplier negotiation, complex issue resolution, stakeholder management, process policy development, data-driven decision making
Technologies
S&OP systems, MRP systems, ERP platforms
Responsibilities
Lead global strategic supplier/CM governance and performance improvement initiatives; Influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership to resolve complex issues; Monitor and report supplier performance and drive corrective actions; Coordinate with Planning & Operations to align on CM build plans and resolve supply issues; Drive cost reduction, VAVE, and continuous improvement programs; Oversee supplier readiness for NPI and change management projects; Provide executive level reporting on supplier performance, risks, and strategic opportunities
Seniority
Staff, strategic influence & independent execution
