Boston Scientific Senior Indirect Sourcing Specialist 

United States, Minnesota, Arden Hills 

112943564

Your responsibilities will include:

• Executing end-to-end sourcing events to align with stakeholder goals; develop and review sourcing event documentation and analyze requests for proposals or quotes
• Developing and maintaining relationships with external and internal stakeholders to achieve annual cost savings and value contribution targets
• Analyzing spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities, negotiate price and obtain the best value for customers
• Analyzing supplier financials and capabilities to drive supplier selection and negotiate favorable payment terms
• Managing supplier relationships to resolve inquiries and disputes for internal customers
• Partnering with BSC’s legal team to negotiate, develop and manage supplier contracts; review and approve terms to ensure alignment with stakeholder goals
• Educating internal stakeholders on BSC’s sourcing and financial policies

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 4 years of strategic sourcing experience
• Experience with end-to-end procurement process and contract management
• Proficient with MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with ERP systems (i.e. SAP and Ariba)

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in medical device or similarly regulated industry
• Effective decision-making and negotiation skills, ability to influence internal and external teams
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively with individuals on all levels
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills; ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete projects
• Analytical with effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills

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.