Global Sourcing Manager

Heartstream; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k with match

HSA with company contribution

Stock purchase plan

Education reimbursement

Total Rewards program

Job summary

Heartstream is seeking a detail-oriented Global Sourcing Manager to shape advanced category strategies and policies, partnering with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes. The role drives procurement lifecycle excellence, from RFx to contract negotiations, and leads continuous improvement across the supply chain.

You will collaborate with procurement partners to lead strategic New Product Introduction (NPI) sourcing and manage supplier performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/ Master's Degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Bachelor's OR Minimum 3 years of experience with Master's in Category Management, Market Analysis, Supplier Negotiations, and Portfolio Optimization or equivalent.
• Understanding of regulated product sourcing and procurement.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365 preferred, and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and implementation of advanced category strategies, programs, and policies, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and delivering significant competitive advantages.
• Monitors the entire procurement lifecycle, including the creation and execution of RFx processes, contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier performance management to achieve cost-effective and high-quality outcomes.
• Drives strategic cost-saving initiatives and process improvements, utilizing advanced data analytics and deep market insights to optimize procurement operations, reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and enhance profitability.
• Manages and implements comprehensive supplier performance metrics, conducting regular evaluations and corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with Heartstream's rigorous quality standards.
• Adheres to the role of an integrated business partner, comprehensively understanding business requirements, and delivering optimal solutions to the demand side, emphasizing continuous improvement through agile adaptation to emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Category Management

Market Analysis

Supplier Negotiations

Portfolio Optimization

Excel

Education

Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or equivalent

Tools

Dynamics 365 ERP

Excel

Job description

Heartstream is building on our 40+ year legacy of growth and innovation in emergency medical technology to continue passionately pursuing our mission of saving lives, lowering the cost of healthcare, and advancing the science of resuscitation while serving the public access AED, EMS, military, and hospital market segments. Heartstream includes leading brands and products like HeartStart AEDs, Intrepid and DFM100 monitor defibrillators, Tempus monitor and Tempus ALS systems, and Corsium and ECI informatics solutions.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and agile Global Sourcing Manager who will be responsible for shaping advanced category strategies and policies to drive significant competitive advantages and align with overarching business goals, working under limited supervision. The role cultivates strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and transparency to achieve strategic objectives. The role drives complex process efficiency initiatives, optimizes workflows and operations to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness. The role conducts supplier assessments and collaborates with procurement partners to lead strategic initiatives such as New Product Introduction (NPI) sourcing strategies.

• Leads the development and implementation of advanced category strategies, programs, and policies, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and delivering significant competitive advantages, working under limited supervision.
• Monitors the entire procurement lifecycle, including the creation and execution of RFx processes, contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier performance management to achieve cost-effective and high-quality outcomes.
• Drives strategic cost-saving initiatives and process improvements, utilizing advanced data analytics and deep market insights to optimize procurement operations, reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and enhance profitability.
• Manages and implements comprehensive supplier performance metrics, conducting regular evaluations and corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with Heartstream's rigorous quality standards.
• Adheres to the role of an integrated business partner, comprehensively understanding business requirements, and delivering optimal solutions to the demand side, emphasizing continuous improvement through agile adaptation to emerging technologies and best practices.
• Analyzes market dynamics and supplier landscapes to identify strategic sourcing opportunities, leveraging internal and external intelligence encompassing industry benchmarks, supplier capabilities, emerging trends, and regulatory nuances.
• Collaborates with procurement business partners and cost category managers to uncover and capitalize on category-related business opportunities and lead strategic New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
• Manages the execution of category funnel measures, coordinating activities with project managers and procurement business partners to meet strategic goals.
• Plans and optimizes supply base initiatives to enhance supplier performance, executes negotiations roadmaps to reduce costs, and drives continuous improvement across the supply chain.
• Monitors and proactively addresses supplier performance and market conditions, identifying risks and opportunities to maintain a competitive edge and ensure best results and fully leveraged synergies.
• Negotiates complex supplier contracts and agreements, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with the company’s strategic objectives and help to contribute towards financial metrics.
• Influences cross-functional teams and senior leadership by providing data-driven insights and recommendations that shape procurement strategies and drive business success

Our commitment to collaboration

• Your work will directly improve the quality of emergency medical services and enhance patient safety and survival rates by making high-quality care accessible to more people around the world. As part of a number one provider of therapeutic care solutions, your contribution will help us continue to save more lives every year. With every project, you'll be making a world of difference.
• We believe collaboration is better together than apart. This role is considered office-based which means working in-person at least 3 days per week at our Bothell Facility.

You’ll thrive in the role if:

• Bachelor's/ Master's Degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Bachelor's OR Minimum 3 years of experience with Master's in areas such as Category Management, Market Analysis, Supplier Negotiations, and Portfolio Optimization or equivalent
• Understanding of regulated product sourcing and procurement
• Experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365 preferred, and strong Excel skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work cross-functionally and globally.
• High sense of urgency and accountability, especially when dealing with time-sensitive, patient-impacting decisions.
• Detail-oriented within strict regulatory frameworks, but agile enough to propose new ideas and continuously improve broken or manual processes
• Thrives in a lean, evolving business where you will wear multiple hats and build processes from scratch rather than just following a standard playbook.
• A continuous improvement mindset, constantly looking for ways to make fulfillment faster, smarter, and more efficient

The pay range for this position is $125,000 to $170,000 annually. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors including, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Heartstream Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more.

At Heartstream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.

Heartstream is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug-free workplace.

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