Senior Supplier Development Specialist

Hamilton Medical; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Medical, Inc. is seeking a Senior Supplier Development Specialist to own the sourcing pipeline for ventilators, consumables, accessories, and raw materials.

This is a high-impact role at the intersection of supply chain strategy, supplier development, and cross-functional execution. The ideal candidate is analytically driven and proactive—able to independently identify supply chain risk, qualify new and alternative suppliers, negotiate contracts, and hold suppliers accountable to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a supply chain, engineering, or related field.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier development, or supply chain in regulated/manufacturing environments.
• Strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end supplier development, onboarding, scorecards, and corrective actions.
• Conduct BOM audits to identify single-source risk and drive second-source qualification.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new and alternative suppliers with structured comparisons.
• Negotiate vendor contracts for favorable terms and long-term value.
• Maintain supplier performance management and escalation triggers.
• Lead supplier-facing projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Plan supplier ramp-up/down with Sr. Buyers and support product line transfers.
• Collaborate with Engineering on vendor requirements and DFM reviews.
• Ensure regulatory, quality, and QMS/ISO standards in supplier qualification.
• Represent procurement in vendor audits and manage supplier substitutions as needed.
• Monitor supply risk and provide data-backed recommendations to management.
• Travel for on-site supplier evaluations and continuous process improvement.
• Contribute to improvements in sourcing processes and tools.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier development

BOM risk analysis

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

ERP/MRP experience

DFM reviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

D365/ERP/MRP

Job description

Company Overview

Hamilton Medical was founded in 1983 with a clear mission: to enhance the lives of patients on respirators and support the caregivers who serve them. Our focus is on developing ventilation technologies that prioritize safety, effectiveness, and lung protection. We are dedicated to easing the burden on healthcare professionals who work tirelessly every day, helping critically ill patients recover and regain their health. We are committed to helping medical teams deliver the best respiratory care ‑ to anyone, anywhere.

Company Overview

Hamilton Medical was founded in 1983 with a clear mission: to enhance the lives of patients on respirators and support the caregivers who serve them. Our focus is on developing ventilation technologies that prioritize safety, effectiveness, and lung protection. We are dedicated to easing the burden on healthcare professionals who work tirelessly every day, helping critically ill patients recover and regain their health. We are committed to helping medical teams deliver the best respiratory care ‑ to anyone, anywhere.

Responsibilities

Hamilton Medical, Inc. is seeking a Senior Supplier Development Specialist to own the strategic sourcing pipeline for ventilators, consumables, accessories, and raw materials. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of supply chain strategy, supplier development, and cross-functional execution. The ideal candidate is analytically driven and proactive—able to independently identify supply chain risk, qualify new and alternative suppliers, negotiate contracts, and hold suppliers accountable to project timelines. Core responsibilities include end-to-end supplier development (onboarding, scorecards, corrective action), BOM risk analysis, second-source qualification, and close collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Sr. Buyers, and Supply Chain specialists at Hamilton Medical AG in Switzerland.

Responsibilities include:

• Own the sourcing project pipeline across ventilators, consumables, accessories, and raw materials—managing timelines, supplier engagement, and cross-functional milestones to convert identified opportunities into realized outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive BOM audits to identify single-source dependencies, qualification gaps, and supply exposure; drive second-source qualification to eliminate risk and ensure production continuity on critical part numbers.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new and alternative suppliers—leading a structured comparison of candidates across pricing, quality systems, lead times, capacity, and risk profile to select the best-fit supplier for each sourcing need.
• Negotiate new vendor contracts—securing competitive pricing, favorable terms, and service level commitments that deliver long-term value while protecting supply continuity.
• Own supplier performance management—develop and maintain scorecards, define escalation triggers, and drive corrective action follow-through to maintain a high-performing, resilient supply base.
• Lead supplier-facing project coordination—run meetings, set clear timeline expectations, and hold suppliers accountable to milestone commitments to keep sourcing projects on track.
• Partner with Sr. Buyers to plan supplier ramp-up and ramp-down schedules—coordinating transition timing, sequencing cutover milestones, and supporting product line transfers to minimize disruption to procurement and production.
• Partner with Engineering on vendor requirements, design transfer activities, and DFM reviews to ensure sourcing strategy aligns to technical specifications and qualification standards.
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure new and alternative suppliers meet regulatory, compliance, and QMS/ISO standards as part of the qualification process.
• Serve as the procurement liaison during vendor audits; drive commercial resolution when disqualification events occur and source replacement vendors as needed.
• Proactively monitor and elevate supply risk to management with data-backed recommendations; anticipate disruptions before they impact production schedules.
• Represent the sourcing function in cross-functional forums with Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service; collaborate with Supply Chain specialists at Hamilton Medical AG in Switzerland to align on global sourcing strategy and supplier standards.
• Travel as needed to conduct on-site supplier evaluations—assessing capabilities, facilities, quality systems, and operational readiness prior to qualification decisions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing processes, tools, and supplier management frameworks across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and present supply risk data to leadership.
• Strong negotiation skills—demonstrated ability to drive competitive pricing, favorable contract terms, and conduct structured multi-supplier evaluations to make well-supported sourcing decisions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for BOM analysis, supplier scorecards, and risk modeling; familiarity with production qualification processes (IQ/OQ/PQ or equivalent) and supplier qualification documentation in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems for procurement and supplier management workflows.

Education/Experience

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier development, or supply chain management—preferably in a medical device or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of BOM risk analysis, second-source qualification, supplier onboarding, and performance management.
• Experience negotiating vendor contracts and conducting structured multi-supplier comparisons.
• D365 or equivalent ERP/MRP experience preferred.
• International sourcing experience, particularly with nearshore suppliers, strongly preferred.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering on design transfer, DFM review, or vendor qualification processes.

About Hamilton

• Diverse portfolio of exciting and innovative design projects
• Tremendous opportunities for professional growth
• Commitment to sustainable design
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more
• Solid stable company
• Drug-free workplace

EEO – It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age 40 and over, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations