Senior Global Category Manager - Logistics

Additional Location(s): US-MA-Marlborough

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 a core member of the Indirect Sourcing team, the Sr. Global Category Manager develops and executes global category strategies for the Logistics, Distribution, and Transportation services that support Boston Scientific’s worldwide operations. In partnership with stakeholders across Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Quality, this role ensures sourcing strategies are aligned with organizational goals and operational needs, while championing meaningful innovation, high performance, and global collaboration.  The incumbent will manage a broad portfolio of services including freight, warehousing, third-party logistics (3PL), customs brokerage, and final mile delivery to achieve sustainable cost reductions, mitigate supply chain risk and drive overall business objectives.

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:

• Leading global RFI/RFP processes including bid analysis, and contract negotiations with logistics service providers in conjunction with Global Transportation and internal stakeholders
• Establishing and leading cross-functional category councils to drive stakeholder engagement and ensure sourcing strategies align with business needs
• Collaborating with stakeholders to forecast and consolidate demand; identify and implement opportunities to reduce demand and optimize spend
• Gathering and analyzing global spend data, market trends, and supply chain risks to identify innovative solutions, optimize value improvement opportunities and cost savings
• Managing strategic supplier relationships via performance reviews, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Integrating key pillars of indirect sourcing strategy, including cost leadership, supplier innovation, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability
• Negotiating value improvements and optimizing supplier contracts to ensure balanced engagement and competitive advantage
• Supporting new product development (NPD), transitions, and acquisitions by integrating logistics solutions that meet project timelines and cost targets
• Serving as a trusted advisor and partner to internal stakeholders to identify logistics needs and align sourcing strategies; ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements in all sourcing activities
• Promoting a work environment of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or related field
• Minimum 7 years of procurement experience, with a strong focus on global logistics, transportation, and distribution
• Experience with contract negotiation and strategic sourcing methodologies; ability to lead complex sourcing initiatives across multiple regions and business units
• Experience managing global supplier relationships including third-party logistics (3PL) providers, performance, and service optimization
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and value improvement programs
• Working knowledge of freight management (air, ocean, ground), warehousing, customs brokerage, and distribution network design
• Knowledge of logistics industry trends, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices
• Ability to travel up to 20% globally

Preferred qualifications:

• Effective project management and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), Tableau, SAP, Ariba, or similar systems 
• Proficient in AI applications (CoPilot, ChatGPT, Deep Research, etc.)
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels internally and externally

Requisition ID: 617157

Minimum Salary: $127900 

Maximum Salary: $243000 

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 identity, 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.