Procurement Project Initiatives Manager

Solventum in; Maplewood (MN); Remote; USD 126,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Solventum, a healthcare innovator, seeks a strategic Procurement Project Initiatives Lead to drive cross‑functional procurement initiatives in a regulated medical device and pharmaceutical environment.

You will develop and execute end‑to‑end project plans, optimize processes, define requirements to enable operational excellence, and partner with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Finance and IT to align procurement with product timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in procurement, supply chain, or project management.
• Experience in medical device, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing industries.
• Strong understanding of sourcing systems and digital procurement platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement initiatives from concept through execution.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Finance, and IT.
• Define KPIs and report outcomes to executive leadership.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Procurement systems

Power BI

SAP

Ariba

Excel

Data analysis

Lean / Six Sigma

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

ERP systems

Job description

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Job Description

3M Health Care is now Solventum At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue. We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Procurement Project Initiatives Lead to drive key procurement initiatives aligned with our broader business priorities. This individual will play a critical role in developing and executing cross-functional project plans, optimizing process and defining standard work, shaping our procurement technology roadmap, and defining business requirements to enable operational excellence in a regulated, fast-paced medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Impact You’ll Make in this Role

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage end-to-end procurement-related initiatives, from concept through execution, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Strategic Planning & Alignment: Translate business goals into clear, actionable procurement strategies and project plans that align with overall company priorities and objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with internal stakeholders (e.g., Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Finance, and IT) to align procurement initiatives with broader operational and product development timelines.
• Technology Roadmap & Enablement: Contribute to the development and execution of the procurement technology roadmap. Define and document requirements for systems, tools, and digital workflows to improve sourcing efficiency and visibility.
• Master Data Product and Process Stewardship: Support the business functional team in assessing the requirements and strategy around master data management for procurement and its associated governance. Work with the digital and IT teams on enablement of the future data architecture.
• Communication & Change Management: Serve as the primary communication bridge across departments, providing clear updates, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring project transparency at all levels.
• Requirements Gathering & Process Design: Lead the collection and synthesis of business requirements to support tool selection, process redesign, or capability enhancements. Map current and future-state procurement workflows.
• Risk & Compliance Oversight: Ensure procurement initiatives adhere to medical device regulatory requirements and company compliance standards. Work with cross functional teams to enable automation of our Supplier communications, workflows and data collection.
• Performance Measurement: Define KPIs and success metrics for each initiative. Track progress and report outcomes to executive leadership. Lead initiatives aligned with business vision for Supplier Relationship Management and Customer of Choice.
• Process/ Tool Optimization and Standard Work: Engage cross functional teams to value stream map current vs future state people, process and tools to address critical business user stories. Work with AI enablement teams to assess strategy for procurements future vision and associated use cases.
• Tool Implementation & Support: Assist in procedure development, training and rollout of new IT and analytics tools for both internal and external users to streamline procurement operations and enhance data capabilities across the organization.
• Insight Delivery: Translate complex data sets into meaningful insights and actionable strategies that drive business performance, supplier collaboration, and procurement excellence.
• Data & Governance: Identify and recommend opportunities for cost savings, operational efficiencies, and strategic sourcing improvements through data insights and analytics. Define and address key master data elements and ensure governance and performance indicators are clearly defined and measurable.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field and 7+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or project management roles

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Experience in medical device, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing industries.
• Proven success in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives with high visibility.
• Strong understanding of sourcing systems, digital procurement platforms, and technology enablement.

Skills

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Smartsheet, MS Project).
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategies and decisions (ERP, SAP, Ariba, Excel, etc.).
• 3+ years of experience in analytics, business intelligence, or a data-related role, preferably in a procurement or supply chain setting.
• Knowledge of FDA/GxP compliance and ISO standards relevant to medical device manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Ariba).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, rapidly evolving environment.
• Proven expertise in Power BI (including Power Query and data modeling).
• Expertise in master data management and governance within supply chain.
• Lean manufacturing/ six sigma training

Work location

Remote Travel: May include up to 10% [domestic/international]

Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $125,600 - $172,700, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

Responsibilities

Of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties. Solventum is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our recruitment process. Applicants must remain alert to fraudulent job postings and recruitment schemes that falsely claim to represent Solventum and seek to exploit job seekers. Please note that all email communications from Solventum regarding job opportunities with the company will be from an email with a domain of @solventum.com. Be wary of unsolicited emails or messages regarding Solventum job opportunities from emails with other email domains. Please note, Solventum does not expect candidates in this position to perform work in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Company Overview

A new healthcare company with a rich history. With more than 70 years of delivering healthcare innovations, we continue to move the industry forward by helping to solve our customers’ biggest challenges. 20,000+ employees worldwide. Solventum relies on the courage and the boundless insights of professionals worldwide to achieve exceptional results for our customers and those who rely on them. Healthcare that leads with heart and humility starts with listening and never finishes, only evolves. As long as healthcare challenges remain unsolved, we will be here, united by empathy and a relentless belief that countless lives are improved through our work. Operations in 38 countries. Driven by our dedication to improved outcomes for all we serve, we break through by making unprecedented connections that impact lives. In more than 300 offices and facilities around the world, we work closely with customers and partners to create positive healthcare outcomes that transcend borders. To realize our shared vision, we harness diverse talents and perspectives from every background to not only address our customers' most urgent priorities but anticipate the needs of the future