Boston Scientific Acquisitions Sourcing Manager - Electronics 

United States, Minnesota 

590440478

Your responsibilities will include:

• Establishing early engagement with inherited suppliers to identify and implement risk reduction strategies; conduct BOM risk assessments to find alternatives in response to obsolescence and end-of-life related risks
• Developing and driving strategy execution for required supplier capacity ramp activities during commercial launch and product ramp requirements; manage relationships and engagement with key internal and external stakeholders
• Driving commercial excellencethrough cost reduction initiatives including competitive bidding,effective negotiation, and creative cost structure solutions
• Evaluating end-to-end supply and identifying opportunities to decrease total cost of ownership (TCO); influence make vs. buy decisions
• Improving position with critical Tier I & Tier II+ suppliers to reduce risk and drive BSC prioritization through strategic buy recommendations
• Partnering with divisional leadership and PMO to prioritize competing new product development projects and ensure supplier readiness
• Enhancing service and commercial performance with single-source and challenging suppliers through contracting tools (i.e. MOUs, Letter Agreements, MSA, SQA, etc.)
• Fostering strong relationships with R&D to influence design and alignment on second source opportunities with preferred suppliers
• Providing leadership and support for new product development scope to ensure divisional performance deliverables are met

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or a related field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain management, or supplier relationship management
• Proficient with MS Excel and other applications (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, MS Project etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree or professional certification (i.e., CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma, etc.)
• Experience sourcing for electronic components and suppliers
• Experience working in medical device or similar regulated industry
• Strong decision-making and negotiation skills, ability 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

Compensation fornon-exempt (hourly), non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation forexempt, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions:It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.