Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager - IT

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 Indirect Sourcing organization, the Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager develops and implements sourcing strategies that result in a sustainable competitive advantage for the Global IT category, while managing critical activities to reduce costs without compromising quality.  In this highly visible position, the incumbent will build and leverage relationships between suppliers and BSC sites, divisions and regional sourcing teams, and partner with IT leadership to achieve organizational and functional goals.
 
Your Responsibilities will include:

• Working closely with internal stakeholders, including IT, finance, and legal teams, to align sourcing strategies with business needs
• Designing and executing sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, and services to meet organizational goals
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the sourcing function
• Leading Request for Proposals and negotiations for contracts to ensure favorable terms and conditions that align with company policies and objectives
• Identifying, evaluating, and managing relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability
• Conducting market research to stay abreast of industry trends, pricing, and new technologies
• Tracking and evaluating supplier performance and implement improvement plans as necessary
• Assessing and mitigating risks associated with IT projects, including potential disruptions and compliance issues
• Establishing cross-functional teams to support project timelines, manage cost and achieve company performance goals

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline 
• Minimum 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing and/or procurement with 3 years in the IT sector
• Project management experience with strong analytical and negotiation skills 
• Proficient with sourcing and procurement software 

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Professional certification in sourcing, procurement or supply chain (CPSM, CSSP or equivalent)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
   

Requisition ID: 598668

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).

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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.