Ph3Job Overview /h3pWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on 10 Jun 2026. Medtronic invites you to help champion healthcare access and equity while leading with purpose across a matrixed organization. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliLead category strategy development and execution, including best‑cost‑country sourcing, forward‑buy agreements, and supplier innovation in collaboration with engineering and technical sourcing. /liliNegotiate and manage supplier contracts that deliver sustained year‑over‑year improvements in cost, performance, quality, and delivery. /liliBuild and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement through regular business reviews, performance management, and supplier development initiatives. /liliDevelop and execute a robust cost‑reduction pipeline using lean principles, should‑costing, process improvements, tier‑2 strategies, yield improvements, and supplier consolidation. /liliAnalyze markets, quotations, and supplier capabilities to select, recommend, and rationalize suppliers while mitigating supply chain risk and ensuring continuity. /liliLeverage data, metrics, and business intelligence to optimize sourcing decisions, improve supplier performance and independently drive new approaches on complex or strategic initiatives. /liliServe as a strategic advocate for the Supply Management function, partnering with business units and operations to enable and deliver core business objectives. /liliDefine and manage winning category strategies and approaches with suppliers. /li /ulh3Minimum Requirements /h3ulliBachelor’s degree required. /liliMinimum of 6 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. /liliStrong knowledge of Electronics Electronic Assemblies and Suppliers. /li /ulh3Preferred Qualifications /h3ulliProven expertise in developing and executing effective negotiation strategies. /liliStrong analytical, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional collaboration skills. /liliSolid technical and commercial understanding of commodity markets, manufacturing process technologies, and category‑specific cost and performance drivers. /liliDemonstrated experience developing category strategies, building business cases, reviewing contracts, and leading Best‑Cost‑Country sourcing initiatives within a regulated environment. /liliWorking knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies, preferably applied in a manufacturing setting. /liliExperience supporting low‑volume, high‑mix product environments, including product and process transfers or changes. /liliStrong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and proactively drive work to completion. /liliProficiency with Microsoft tools (including Excel), analytics platforms, and SAP preferred; ability to travel domestically and internationally to supplier locations as required. /li /ulh3Physical Job Requirements /h3pRequires independent mobility and interacting with a computer. The employee is also required to communicate with peers and co‑workers. /ph3U.S. Work Authorization Sponsorship /h3pWork‑authorization sponsorship is offered exclusively for Principal‑level roles and above. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. /ph3Benefits Compensation /h3pSalary ranges for U.S. locations (USD): $113,600.00 – $170,400.00. Compensation includes base salary, short‑term incentive plan, and a comprehensive benefits package covering health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Benefits vary by location and employment status. /ph3Equal Employment Opportunity /h3pIt is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr