Job: Medical Device New Product Development Global Sourcing Manager

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

► Represent device sourcing on project teams (early stage development, pre-concept designs, etc.).  Understand and meet R&D’s requirements for device quality and quantity in line with project timelines.

► Lead major device alternate source programs working closely with R&D, program management, regulatory affairs and manufacturing.

► Serve as the primary liaison between device sourcing and internal stakeholders; serve as the primary liaison between our internal stakeholders and the external suppliers.

► Enable the company to be on time to market and market leader in technology by using technical expertise to develop new sources of device parts and technology as needed.

► Serve as a technical resource for R&D during the identification and evaluation of potential suppliers – including evaluation of technical documents (design master files, development reports, etc.); technical evaluation of supplier’s capabilities; technical evaluation of supplier’s manufacturing facilities.

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

►Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or other related field is required.   Master’s degree is preferred.

► 5-8 years experience working with electronics and electromechanical technologies. Experience in medical device manufacturing and/or intellectual property evaluation is desirable. This Sourcing Manager will be the resident expert on device related technical matters.

►We have a strong preference for sourcing experience in a regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceutical, food).

►Project Management experience is highly desired.

►Demonstrated experience developing and implementing global sourcing strategies that have yielded measurable business results against a 5% annual savings target.

►Skills in all procurement processes including commodity management, supplier management, negotiations, contract management and e-procurement systems.

►Global Strategic Sourcing expertise; strategic ability to develop high impact sourcing strategies.

►Strong leadership skills and communication skills.

►Ability to build relationships and credibility across the organization; works effectively with cross functional teams; able to function in a matrix environment.

►Executional Excellence: Ability to get things done and multi-task; acts with a sense of urgency; able to prioritize; excellent decision making/judgment skills.

►Strong negotiation skills; exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.

►Business and financial acumen.

►Ability to travel 25%.