Strat Sourcing Spec- Business Services, Facilities & Enterprise Operations

USA-MiniMed Distribution Corp. 1018; Madrid; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MiniMed is seeking a senior sourcing professional to partner with Category Managers and stakeholders across regions, directing end-to-end sourcing projects from intake to supplier onboarding. The role covers facilities, MRO, 3PL, and enterprise services, with international scope and frequent cross-functional engagement.

The successful candidate will lead RFIs/RFPs, negotiate contracts, and drive value through supplier consolidation and improved efficiency, supporting global expansion and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management.
• Support global sourcing initiatives across enterprise operations, facilities, MRO, business services, consulting, outsourcing, managed services, logistics, and operational support categories.
• Independently manage sourcing projects from intake through supplier selection, contract execution, implementation, and supplier onboarding.
• Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, market assessments, and competitive sourcing events.
• Conduct commercial negotiations and support supplier selection decisions that optimize cost, service, quality, and risk outcomes.
• Partner closely with Category Managers to execute sourcing strategies and procurement objectives.
• Serve as the primary sourcing point of contact for assigned stakeholders and business functions.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers, standardize services, improve operational efficiency, and drive value creation.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

This role partners closely with Category Managers and business stakeholders across multiple regions while independently managing sourcing projects, supplier relationships, and procurement initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead sourcing activities from intake through supplier selection, contract execution, implementation, supplier onboarding, and ongoing supplier management across a diverse portfolio of indirect spend categories.

Primary Areas of Responsibility

• Facilities Management & Workplace Services
• Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO)
• Distribution Center Operations & Warehouse Services
• Operational Supply Chain Services & Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
• Consulting & Professional Services
• Fleet Management
• Enterprise-Wide Business Services

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Support global sourcing initiatives across enterprise operations, facilities, MRO, business services, consulting, outsourcing, managed services, logistics, and operational support categories.

Independently manage sourcing projects from intake through supplier selection, contract execution, implementation, and supplier onboarding.

Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, market assessments, and competitive sourcing events.

Conduct commercial negotiations and support supplier selection decisions that optimize cost, service, quality, and risk outcomes.

Partner closely with Category Managers to execute sourcing strategies and procurement objectives.

Serve as the primary sourcing point of contact for assigned stakeholders and business functions.

Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers, standardize services, improve operational efficiency, and drive value creation.

Contracting & Supplier Management

Negotiate and manage Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), amendments, renewals, outsourcing agreements, and other commercial contracts.

Support supplier governance, supplier performance management, and contract compliance activities.

Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving accountability for service, quality, and performance expectations.

Collaborate with Legal, Privacy, Quality, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Facilities, Engineering, and Operations stakeholders throughout the contracting lifecycle.

Facilities, Distribution Center & Enterprise Operations Support

Support sourcing and supplier management activities related to facilities management, workplace services, building operations, warehouse operations, industrial services, and operational infrastructure.

Serve as the primary sourcing resource supporting Heerlen office and distribution center operations.

Manage sourcing activities related to MRO supplies, maintenance services, industrial consumables, facility support services, and warehouse operations.

Support sourcing initiatives for distribution center operations, material handling equipment, logistics support services, and operational infrastructure projects.

Partner with Facilities, Engineering, Operations, Distribution Center, and Supply Chain teams to support operational continuity, site expansion initiatives, and service excellence.

TSA Exit & Global Expansion Support

Support TSA exit initiatives through sourcing, contracting, supplier onboarding, and implementation of replacement solutions required for MiniMed's standalone operations.

Lead or support supplier transitions while maintaining business continuity and operational readiness.

Support Day 2 country onboarding activities, including supplier identification, sourcing events, contract execution, implementation planning, and operational readiness.

Coordinate cross-functional activities supporting country launches, supplier transitions, and operational growth initiatives.

Procurement Transformation

Support procurement transformation initiatives, governance programs, process improvements, and procurement technology implementations.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of sourcing processes, procurement policies, and governance frameworks.

Support adoption and optimization of procurement systems and digital sourcing tools.

Help develop scalable procurement capabilities that support MiniMed's global growth strategy.

Global Collaboration

Partner effectively with stakeholders across North America, Europe, and other international regions.

Influence stakeholders without direct authority and effectively balance competing business priorities.

Participate in occasional early morning or evening meetings to support global business operations and stakeholder engagement.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience i