Subcontracts Manager

Philips North America; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health technology company as a Subcontracts Manager, where your expertise in strategic procurement and supplier relationship management will drive innovation and performance. You will play a crucial role in enhancing supplier performance, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks while collaborating with teams to achieve operational targets. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment dedicated to improving healthcare accessibility worldwide. If you are adaptable, possess strong communication skills, and are ready to take on challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a strategic buyer or procurement manager.
• Proven track record in managing supplier performance and relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier performance to meet annual operating targets.
• Develop and execute supplier account strategies for improvement.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Supplier Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Subcontracts Manager

Job Description

The Supplier Account Manager is responsible for initiating, developing, and implementing effective Supplier Performance and Relationship management programs to ensure performance (productivity, quality, sustainability, and delivery), growth, and innovation, while effectively managing risk and spend.

Your role:

1. Understand the full business relationship with each of the assigned suppliers, including their market position, strengths, weaknesses, strategic direction, investment plans, cost competitiveness, capabilities, and capacity, with relevant knowledge on products.
2. Manage supplier performance to meet annual operating targets.
3. Develop, maintain, and execute Supplier account strategies for the assigned supplier portfolio, clearly defining areas of improvement (cost, delivery, quality, responsiveness, innovation) and future business opportunities.
4. Drive impact to the bottom and top line through Supplier Performance Development and innovative Negotiation approaches.
5. Ensure compliance, manage contracts, and mitigate risks.

You're the right fit if you have:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree (Business Administration and/or Engineering)
• At least 3 years of experience as a strategic buyer, Site Project Procurement manager, or Business Process Engineer
• Proven track record in strategic procurement; technical background is a plus
• Broad experience with electro-mechanical and electronic components (cables, batteries, power supplies, ASICs, PCBs, passives, etc.); medical industry experience is advantageous
• Experience in innovative supplier relationship management
• Strong communication and influencing skills for collaboration with management teams and suppliers
• Ability to work in a matrix and remote environment
• Flexibility and adaptability in challenging environments
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to travel up to 25%
• Ability to meet minimum physical, cognitive, and environmental job requirements with or without accommodations

How we work together

We believe in collaboration and teamwork. For office-based roles, onsite presence is at least 3 days per week. Roles requiring onsite work are based at the company's facilities, while field roles are typically outside the main facilities at customer or supplier locations.

This is an office role.

About Philips

We are a health technology company committed to accessible healthcare for all. Join us to make a difference and improve lives worldwide.

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• Understand our purpose
• Explore our culture

Philips Transparency Details

The pay range in Washington is $99,960 to $159,936. Actual offers depend on experience, skills, location, and business needs. Additional compensation may include bonuses, stock options, and comprehensive benefits as part of the Philips Total Rewards program.

Additional Information

US work authorization is required. No relocation benefits are provided. Residence or commuting distance to Bothell, WA, is necessary. The role's active posting period is 45 days, subject to early closure. Philips is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a drug-free workplace, including disability and veteran status.