Senior IT Sourcing Specialist

Boston Scientific; Arden Hills (MN); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific is seeking a Sr. IT Sourcing Specialist to develop and implement sourcing strategies for the Global IT category, balancing cost, quality, and supplier relationships. The role works with IT stakeholders and suppliers to achieve value targets while coordinating with site teams across regions.

The position follows a hybrid work model requiring in-office presence at least three days per week. Boston Scientific does not sponsor visas for this role at this time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 3 years of indirect sourcing experience.
• Experience with end-to-end sourcing process, negotiations and contract management
• Proficient with MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (i.e. SAP and Ariba)

Responsibilities

• Negotiating new IT agreements in support of key sourcing areas
• Developing and implementing sourcing strategies, including supplier selection, negotiations, and contracting
• Managing supplier performance, relationships, and continuous improvement programs
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers to achieve annual cost savings and value contribution targets
• Creating and issuing RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs to potential suppliers and managing IT projects
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the sourcing function

Skills

Indirect sourcing

Negotiation

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Arden Hills

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day.

As part of the Indirect Sourcing organization, the Sr. IT Sourcing Specialist develops and implements sourcing strategies that result in a sustainable competitive advantage for the Global IT category, while managing critical activities to reduce costs without compromising quality. This role works to build and leverage relationships between suppliers and BSC sites, divisions and regional sourcing teams, and partners with IT key stakeholders to achieve organizational and functional goals.

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Negotiating new IT agreements in support of key sourcing areas
• Developing and implementing sourcing strategies, including supplier selection, negotiations, and contracting
• Managing supplier performance, relationships, and continuous improvement programs
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers to achieve annual cost savings and value contribution targets
• Creating and issuing RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs to potential suppliers and managing IT projects
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the sourcing function

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 3 years of indirect sourcing experience
• Experience with end-to-end sourcing process, negotiations and contract management
• Proficient with MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (i.e. SAP and Ariba)

Preferred qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in IT Sourcing (i.e. software, hardware and services)
• Professional certification in Sourcing or Procurement
• Results-driven with effective negotiation skills and ability to meet target goals and objectives
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals on all levels (written and verbal)
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Requisition ID:634450

Minimum Salary: $93600

Maximum Salary: $177800

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com-will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life byprovidinga broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological,neurologicaland urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.