Global Senior Manager, Procurement (On-Site

Job Description

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-oriented Global Sr. Manager, Procurement to lead and advance procurement operations across a growing global medical device organization. This leader will develop and execute sourcing strategies that ensure uninterrupted supply, drive cost competitiveness, improve supplier performance, mitigate risk, and support innovation across a complex and highly regulated global manufacturing network. The ideal candidate combines strong strategic sourcing expertise with operational execution, thriving in a fast-paced environment undergoing global growth and transformation.

This role will collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Engineering, Finance, and Executive Leadership to build a scalable procurement function that delivers measurable business value. The Senior Manager will play a critical role in advancing enterprise objectives related to:
Cost of goods reduction Supply agreement optimization and management Supply continuity and resiliency Working capital optimization Procurement digitalization Procurement talent development

Develop and execute a global procurement strategy aligned with corporate growth, manufacturing, and supply chain objectives. Lead procurement activities across critical direct material categories and select indirect categories including automation, capital equipment and manufacturing technologies. Create category strategies that balance cost, quality, supply assurance, innovation, and sustainability priorities. Build multi-year sourcing roadmaps that support business expansion, supply continuity and margin improvement initiatives.

Deliver exceptional contract management through standardization and optimization.

Drive a proactive global supplier performance management process, including supplier scorecards, corrective action programs, quarterly business reviews and continuous improvement. Improve supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, capacity, and innovation. Develop valuable strategic partnerships that provide competitive advantage and support future growth.

Deliver annual productivity targets through:
Strategic sourcing Commercial negotiations Value engineering Supplier consolidation Global sourcing optimization Contract management Identify and execute opportunities to improve total cost of ownership. Partner with Engineering and Operations to support design-to-value initiatives.

Develop proactive risk mitigation strategies for critical supply categories. Establish dual-source and regionalized sourcing strategies where appropriate. Monitor geopolitical, financial, operational, & regulatory risks across the supply base. Lead supplier business continuity planning initiatives.

Ensure procurement practices comply with: FDA regulations ISO 13485 GMP requirements Corporate policies Supplier Quality standards Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams on supplier qualification, audits, validations, & remediation activities. Support regulatory inspections and supplier compliance initiatives.

Partner with R&D and Engineering during product development. Identify and qualify suppliers for new technologies and materials with focus on continuity of supply and competitive pricing. Ensure procurement readiness for product launches and global commercialization efforts. Accelerate speed-to-market while maintaining compliance and cost objectives.

Drive implementation of best-in-class procurement processes and tools. Enhance spend visibility, supplier analytics, and procurement reporting. Leverage technology and automation to improve procurement efficiency and decision-making.

Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing global procurement organization. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development. Lead change management initiatives across procurement and supply chain functions. Develop succession plans and talent pipelines to support organizational growth. Lead change management initiatives across procurement and supply chain functions. Develop succession plans and talent pipelines to support organizational growth.

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; or equivalent experience. 10+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience. 3+ years leading procurement teams within a manufacturing environment Experience managing global supplier networks. Strong commercial negotiation and contract management expertise. Demonstrated success delivering multi-million-dollar cost reduction programs. Experience supporting highly regulated industries (medical…