Strategic Sourcing Specialist II_ECOTS

Boston Scientific; Arden Hills (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific in Arden Hills, MN is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to develop and execute category and sourcing strategies for off-the-shelf electronic components, ensuring product quality and cost targets. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and site materials, driving continuous improvement in a hybrid work setting.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in sourcing or supplier management, proficiency in MS Office, and travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of experience in sourcing or supplier management.
• Experience with MS Office Excel and other applications (Word, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Establish category strategies that deliver competitive advantages.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships aligned with category expectations.
• Support negotiations and contract execution for optimal outcomes.
• Drive year-over-year value improvement in quality, service, and cost.
• Define technology roadmaps aligned with product and patient needs.
• Collaborate with supplier engineering to build value improvement projects.
• Analyze market trends and risks; work with stakeholders on mitigations.

Skills

Sourcing

Supply chain

Supplier relationships

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree (any discipline)

Preferred: supply chain / engineering / business

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

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.

The Global Sourcing Mission at Boston Scientific

Partner with best-in-industry suppliers to provide materials, products, innovation, and services that drive a competitive advantage for Boston Scientific. Join our sourcing team to help us fulfil this mission and advance science for life!

In support of all Boston Scientific manufacturing sites and divisions, the Sourcing Specialist develops and executes category and sourcing strategies for off-the-shelf electronic components (ECOTS) that meet and exceed product quality, while achieving service and cost improvement targets. This role collaborates with divisional stakeholders to align on optimal sourcing strategies for new product development and leads a global category team of cross‑functional partners to achieve objectives, while fostering an environment of continuous improvement that supports Boston Scientific’s Quality Policy, Quality System, and applicable regulations.

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

• Establishing category strategies that result in a sustainable competitive advantage
• Managing strategic supplier relationships in line with company and category expectations
• Supporting negotiating and executing contracts that deliver the best outcomes
• Driving sustained year-over-year value improvement related to quality, service, and cost
• Defining technology roadmaps that align with long‑term product and patient needs
• Collaborating with supplier engineering to build a pipeline of value improvement projects
• Gathering and analyzing market intelligence to report on trends and sourcing risks; work with stakeholders to execute mitigation plans
• Providing source selection recommendations for new products that align with the category strategy; support to site materials teams as required
• Engaging suppliers early in the R&D process to meet development objectives and timelines while reducing costs
• Visiting supplier sites to facilitate business reviews, assessments and negotiations
• Supporting and leading business process improvement projects

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 2 years of experience in sourcing and supply chain management, or supplier relationship management
• Experience with MS Office Excel and other applications (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, MS Project etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business or a related field
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills; ability to multi‑task and prioritize competing responsibilities effectively.
• Experience sourcing for electronics or directly for a manufacturing line.
• Experience working in medical device or similar highly regulated industry.
• Strong decision‑making and negotiation skills, ability to influence internal and external teams
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to complete projects
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively with individuals on all levels
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills: process and results‑oriented

Requisition ID: 634094

Minimum Salary: $71500

Maximum Salary: $135800

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 by providing a 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, neurological and 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.