This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager (TPO) in the United States.
This role sits at the center of global strategic procurement within a high-impact diagnostics environment, where sourcing decisions directly influence the development and delivery of life-saving technologies. You will lead end-to-end sourcing strategies for Third-Party Organizations supporting new product introduction and the full product lifecycle. The position combines strategic supplier management, complex negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams. You will play a key role in identifying and developing critical external partners while ensuring cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and compliance. Operating in a fast-paced, innovation-driven setting, you will contribute to advancing diagnostic solutions that impact millions of patients worldwide. This fully remote role offers broad visibility and strong engagement across global teams and suppliers.
Accountabilities- Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing for third-party organizations (TPOs), including components, sub-assemblies, and finished goods supporting new product introduction and lifecycle management.
- Develop and execute category and supplier strategies aligned with innovation roadmaps, cost objectives, and supply continuity requirements.
- Identify, evaluate, and qualify new strategic suppliers to support product development and future technology needs.
- Manage critical supplier relationships, acting as the primary sourcing interface for key global partners.
- Lead complex commercial negotiations covering pricing, intellectual property, quality, and supply agreements.
- Drive cross-functional alignment with R&D, manufacturing, quality, commercial, and legal teams to ensure seamless execution of sourcing strategies.
- Monitor supplier performance, manage risk, and implement value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- 8–10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, ideally within medical devices, diagnostics, or regulated industries.
- Strong expertise in New Product Introduction (NPI) and third-party manufacturing or outsourcing models.
- Proven success in leading complex negotiations for high-value commercial contracts, including IP and quality terms.
- Ability to manage strategic supplier relationships and drive long-term partnership value.
- Strong cross-functional influence and stakeholder management skills in matrixed environments.
- Willingness to travel internationally and domestically (up to 35–50%).
- Experience in global sourcing, MBA, CPSM certification, or commercial/P&L exposure is a plus.
- Strong analytical mindset, communication skills, and ability to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary range: $150K–$190K annually.
- Bonus and incentive compensation eligibility.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision).
- Paid time off and flexible remote work arrangement.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Opportunity to work fully remotely with occasional travel to supplier and site locations.
- Exposure to global innovation programs and high-impact strategic initiatives.
- Inclusive, continuous improvement-driven work culture focused on professional growth.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
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