Boston Scientific Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Packaging 

United States, Minnesota, Arden Hills 

893763302

US-MN-Arden Hills; US-MN-Maple Grove

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the development and execution of category strategies that result in a sustainable competitive advantage for Boston Scientific
• Collaborating with cross-functional partners to define technology roadmaps that align with long-term product and patient needs
• Supporting supplier selection recommendations to align with category strategies
• Assist with supplier negotiations, contracts, business reviews and on-site assessments that align with category expectations and deliver the best outcomes for Boston Scientific
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to build and execute a pipeline of Value Improvement Projects related to quality, service and cost
• Gathering and analyzing market intelligence to identify and report on supplier capabilities, trends, opportunities and risks
• Supporting business process improvement projects

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Some experience with sourcing, supply chain management, or supplier relationship management
• Experience with MS Office Excel and other applications (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, MS Project etc.)
• Ability to travel globally up to 10%

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering or business administration
• Minimum 1 year of experience sourcing for packaging materials
• Experience working in medical device or similar regulated industry
• Ability to develop effective decision-making and negotiation skills to influence internal and external teams
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete projects
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively with individuals on all levels
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills: process and results-oriented
• Organized and detail oriented with ability to multi-task and prioritize competing tasks effectively
  

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.