Global Sourcing & NPI Strategy Lead

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 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