Indirect Sourcing Specialist I - Clinical

Additional Location(s): US-MA-Marlborough; US-MN-Arden Hills; US-MN-Maple Grove

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.       

About the role: 
As part of the Global Clinical Sourcing team, the Clinical Sourcing Specialist supports internal customers across all divisions with negotiating, executing and managing commercial contracts with clinical vendors to deliver optimal outcomes for Boston Scientific. This role collaborates with internal partners such as Clinical, Clinical Quality, Legal and Clinical Partnership Management to meet objectives and maintain compliance requirements. The incumbent will support the development and implementation of sourcing strategies to align with business goals and drive cost savings, while ensuring exceptional customer service across all divisions, and regions.
 

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week.

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with executing category strategies that result in a sustainable competitive advantage
• Supporting commercial supplier relationships to align with company and Clinical expectations
• Assisting with supplier negotiations and business reviews
• Negotiating and executing contracts that deliver the best outcomes for Boston Scientific 
• Driving sustained value improvements related to quality, service, and cost
• Gathering and analyzing market intelligence to identify and report on supplier capabilities and trends; work with stakeholders to mitigate risks
• Supporting procurement processes such as AVL updates and vendor changes; maintain relevant systems and databases
• Assisting with Annual Clinical Category Plan development; conduct research, data analytics and create presentation materials 

Required qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Experience with MS Office Excel and other applications (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, MS Project etc.) 
• Ability to travel up to 10%

 
Preferred qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in any science, supply chain or business-related discipline
• Some experience with clinical trials, sourcing, or supplier relationship management
• 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

Requisition ID: 607781

Minimum Salary: $51900 

Maximum Salary: $98600 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may 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 for exempt, non-sales roles may 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.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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.