Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Job Overview

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on 1 Jul 2026. This role partners closely with Category Managers to deliver high‑impact analytics that inform sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier negotiations, and identify cost optimization opportunities.

• Partner with Category Managers to develop and deliver analytics that shape sourcing strategies and drive business outcomes
• Lead cost analytics initiatives that translate should cost models, RFQ to identify and quantify potentially saving opportunities
• Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights that support sourcing decisions and supplier negotiations
• Establish and maintain standardized data definitions, governance practices, and reporting methodologies to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Support strategic sourcing reviews, sourcing events, and cross‑functional forums with real‑time analytics and data‑driven recommendations
• Own and continuously improve sourcing processes, reporting frameworks, and self‑service tools for category teams and stakeholders
• Ensure data integrity through effective management, integration, and validation across multiple systems and platforms
• Partner with Category Managers to govern user‑generated data, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment to defined standards

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 0 years of relevant experience
• Nice to Have:
  Working knowledge of supply management, supply chain, procurement, and quality processes
• Experience reconciling and validating data across multiple systems and sources
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., complex formulas, Power Query, large dataset management)
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable business insights
• Experience leveraging AI‑enabled or advanced analytics tools to enhance sourcing and decision‑making processes
• Strong project management skills with the ability to drive cross‑functional initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present insights to stakeholders at all organizational levels

Salary ranges for U.S. (excl. PR) locations (USD): $66,400.00 – $99,600.00. This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance and long‑term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps global well‑being program
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution and match
• Short‑term disability, paid time off, paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program
• Non‑qualified retirement plan supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to higher‑level employees or subject to IRS earning minimums)

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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