Terumo Medical Corporation (TMC) develops, manufactures, and markets a complete, solutions-based portfolio of high-quality medical devices used in a broad range of applications for numerous areas of the healthcare industry. TMC places a premium on providing customers with world-class products, training and education programs that drive clear economic value, better clinical outcomes and improved quality of life for patients. TMC is part of Tokyo-based Terumo Corporation; one of the world's leading medical device manufacturers with $6+ billion in sales, 30,000+ employees worldwide and operations in more than 160 nations. Terumo Medical Corporation is comprised of two strategic business divisions: Terumo Interventional Systems and Terumo Medical Products.

We believe that the future is bright for everyone at Terumo. We work with the future in mind to generate lasting change, create a bigger impact and produce greater outcomes for today, and for decades to come.

At Terumo we believe in the power of personal growth and will encourage you to get in the driver's seat - progressing in the direction you want to go by deepening your skills throughout your career. We want you to be bold, think outside the box, experiment, innovate and deliver what's next for quality healthcare. You will be part of a collaborative, respectful and resilient team of associates and leaders around the world, working together as partners to achieve more than you thought possible, providing real-world, impactful solutions for patients.

Join us and help shape wherever we go next!

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Job Summary

As a Strategic Sourcing Leader, you'll be at the heart of shaping procurement strategies for life saving medical products and key commodities. Reporting directly to the Director of Procurement, you'll collaborate with Engineering and Operations leads to drive productivity, align sourcing strategies with business goals. From managing supplier relationships to driving innovation, your role will be critical in ensuring excellence at every stage of the product lifecycle.

Job Details/Responsibilities

Be the Voice of Procurement: Represent the procurement function in cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with the company's bold vision.
Collaborate for Success: Partner with cross-functional team members, including Supplier Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Marketing, to ensure alignment in supplier selection, component release, and driving supplier KPIs.
Cultivate Relationships: Build and nurture strategic partnerships with suppliers, including commodities, contract manufacturers (CMOs) and equipment suppliers, to unlock innovation and mutual success.
Champion Negotiations: Negotiate contracts with insight and precision, turning every discussion into an opportunity for structural cost improvements and supply chain security.
Productivity Champion: Lead Cost workshops to drive breakthrough ideas in product design, materials, and manufacturing processes. Build and lead execution of multi- year productivity funnel to drive cost down.
Foster Sustainability: Implement sourcing strategies that prioritize environmental and social responsibility, leaving a positive footprint.
Mitigate Risks: Proactively identify and address supplier-related risks - cost, quality, and delivery - ensuring resilience across the supply chain.
Embrace Technology: Introduce cutting-edge materials and technologies to our Engineering teams for new and existing products.
Think Big: Develop and deploy commodity strategies while guiding make-or-buy decisions that balance innovation with cost-efficiency.
Be Agile: Build a supplier base that is resilient, adaptable, and ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Travel with Purpose: Engage with suppliers and teams worldwide (10-25% travel) to deepen relationships and drive initiatives forward.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and market insights to drive decision-making. You are open to new ideas and believe in continuous learning to develop new competencies. Ability to think and work independently and anticipate changing business, project, and supplier needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams.
Six Sigma Blackbelt or Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) is a plus.
Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Plan (APQP), including compliance and sustainability aspects
Motivated, self-driven with a determination to succeed and the ability to manage change.

Qualifications/ Background Experiences

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, Procurement engineering, supplier management, or related roles, preferably in a technology-driven industry.
Proven track record of success in driving procurement strategy and managing supplier relationships.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes for commodities such as Metals, Plastics, Extrusion, Chemicals, Hardware, Sterilization, resins, etc.

It is Terumo's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As a Company, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.

Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand. We provide competitive and comprehensive benefit options which include: annual bonus, paid vacation, paid holidays, health, dental and vision benefits, 401(k), with matching contributions, tax advantage savings accounts, legal plan, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, voluntary long-term disability, short term disability, critical illness and accident insurance, parental leave, personal leave, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, and an employee assistance program.

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