Senior Strategic Buyer - Charlton, MA

At KARL STORZ, we believe in not just creating jobs
but building careers. As a family-run company,
we understand the value of long‑term relationships and
actively work on promoting them.
When YOU grow, we grow.

This position will be on a hybrid schedule at o
ur office in Charlton, MA

Why you will love this role :

As an experienced supply chain leader, you will drive purchasing strategy across multiple sites. This role manages direct/indirect procurement, capital acquisitions, and purchasing activities for new product introductions. Ideal for someone who excels in supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and cross‑functional collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Lead sourcing strategies for critical and high‑spend materials
• Manage indirect purchasing and capital acquisition processes
• Support NPI commercialization, vendor selection, and parts rationalization
• Partner with global teams and suppliers to execute sourcing strategy
• Drive cost savings, supplier performance, and process improvements
• Conduct supplier market, category, and risk analyses
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s + 7 yrs experience (or Master’s + 5, or PhD +
  3)
• 5+ yrs sourcing/supply chain experience (ISO manufacturing preferred)
• Strong negotiation, project management, and analytical skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office; SAP proficiency required
• Experience in lean manufacturing environments preferred
• Travel to supplier sites required
• Must meet safety, quality, and compliance standards

Who we are:

• KARL STORZ is an independent, family‑owned company headquartered in Germany’s renowned Med Tech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we’ve pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in minimally invasive surgery and OR integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike. With more than 9,000 associates worldwide and 1,800 in the US, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting‑edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support to help healthcare facilities manage costs, streamline operations, and deliver positive patient outcomes.
  
  With onsite locations and field opportunities across the country, we attract a diverse and talented staff, unified by the desire to foster positive change in the world. Because it’s not just about the tools we create, it’s about the lives we change together.

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state‑of‑the‑art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre‑reimbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field‑based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.