Global Strategic Sourcing Lead, Consulting Services

Medtronic; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Well-being program

Job summary

Medtronic in Fridley, Minnesota is seeking a Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Consulting, to lead global sourcing of professional services. The role focuses on developing category strategies, negotiating terms, and partnering with senior leaders across regions to optimize supplier performance.

The position requires strong executive presence, data-driven decision making, and experience in complex negotiations within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 7+ years in sourcing/procurement or 5+ with advanced degree.
• Experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations across indirect spend.
• Strong cross-functional stakeholder collaboration within a matrixed org.
• Proven data and market analysis to support sourcing decisions.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and executive briefings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global category strategies for consulting services.
• Lead competitive sourcing events including RFPs and RFIs.
• Analyze spend data, market intelligence, and supplier capabilities to identify value.
• Negotiate consulting agreements, scopes of work, and pricing terms.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to understand requirements and influence decisions.
• Prepare and present category insights, sourcing recommendations, and business cases.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Contract discussions

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Excel & PowerPoint

Global program experience

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Medtronic in Fridley, Minnesota is seeking a Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Consulting, to lead global sourcing of professional services. The role focuses on developing category strategies, negotiating terms, and partnering with senior leaders across regions to optimize supplier performance.

The position requires strong executive presence, data-driven decision making, and experience in complex negotiations within a global organization.