Hybrid Strategic Sourcing Manager: Product Transfers

Stryker; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 102,600 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in Kalamazoo is seeking a Sourcing Manager, Strategic Sourcing, to drive supplier partnerships and value across a defined portfolio. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage product transfers from development to production, and optimize cost, quality, and delivery through rigorous supplier qualification and negotiations.

Hybrid role with 20% travel, you will report to senior leadership and partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure

Qualifications

• 8+ years in supply management with a focus on strategic sourcing and supplier development.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong negotiation and cost-reduction capabilities.
• Experience leading sourcing for product transfers, insourcing initiatives, or large-scale supply chain projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing workstreams for product transfers, insourcing initiatives, and manufacturing transformation projects.
• Identify, qualify, onboard suppliers, and manage ASL to support project requirements.
• Drive negotiations and contract execution to deliver sustainable value.
• Coordinate component transfers and supplier transitions across multiple commodities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to meet milestones and launch readiness.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Stryker Corporation in Kalamazoo is seeking a Sourcing Manager, Strategic Sourcing, to drive supplier partnerships and value across a defined portfolio. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage product transfers from development to production, and optimize cost, quality, and delivery through rigorous supplier qualification and negotiations.

Hybrid role with 20% travel, you will report to senior leadership and partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure