Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist - ExOps

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Arden Hills Diversity
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About the Role:

The Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist develops and implements sourcing strategies to reduce costs, increase supplier value, and build a sustainable competitive advantage in key external operations categories. Working with R&D and divisional stakeholders, this role identifies and engages external design partners to make early sourcing decisions that align and optimize sourcing strategies and advance product development, while balancing development speed, quality, and manufacturability to meet service and cost targets and ensure long-term supply continuity.

Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day.

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:

Partnering with R&D to select suppliers that provide design services and drive commercial strategies that enable effective transition from design through manufacturing; support SOW development, BOM assessments, NRE and part-cost negotiations

Partnering with divisional stakeholders to align project goals and organizational objectives; develop and leverage supplier relationships to deliver ideal outcomes that benefit all parties

Establishing early supplier involvement with R&D to align on the category strategies, manage product costs, achieve project objectives and ensure timelines are met Establishing an optimal balance between collaborative engagement and competitive pressure with supply base; maximize value through supplier contract negotiations and value improvements

Managing supplier performance according to the category strategy and key differentiators; identify opportunities to improve total cost of ownership (TCO)
Managing strategic supplier relationships and facilitating supplier business reviews to evaluate all aspects of quality, service, and cost to drive continuous value improvements

Influencing team performance through shared vision and supportive leadership; coach and mentor cross-functional teams to foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and excellence

Leading and supporting business process improvement projects and site purchasing team(s) as needed

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

Minimum 7 years of experience with strategic sourcing, procurement and supplier relationship management in a manufacturing environment

Experience with strategy development with effective decision-making with strong negotiation skills; ability to influence internal and external teams

Experience with project management and peer leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree or professional certification (CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma, etc.)Experience working in medical devices or similarly regulated industry

Experience sourcing for and procuring metal components

Ability to work independently & collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete projects

Strong critical thinking and…