Strategic Sourcing Leader - NPI
Core
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to ensure component availability, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity for new product introductions (NPI) from concept through commercialization.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing leader (NPI)
Builds
Supply chain solutions for new medical device products
Domain
Medical devices / New Product Introduction (NPI)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier selection and due diligence, contract negotiation, should-cost analysis, risk assessment, value engineering, early supplier involvement, KPI tracking, ERP proficiency (SAP/Oracle), data analysis, multi-project management
Preferred skills
experience in highly regulated industries, experience with GEHC OMLP program
Technologies
SAP, Oracle
Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive strategic sourcing plans for NPI programs; Lead identification and selection of new suppliers for critical components; Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers; Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Operations teams; Manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvement; Implement early supplier involvement programs; Track KPIs for sourcing activities; Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC