sr. technical sourcing engineer.

- As a strategic project management function within GSM, the Sr. Technical Sourcing Engineer leads the reduction of supply risk and drives the adoption of capable technologies. This role ensures predictable supply and cost competitiveness from early development through full product launch.

II. Main Job Duties & Responsibilities
1. Project Management & Coordination
- Manage and coordinate all Sourcing Project Deliverables, including Component Quality, Supply Risk, Cost, Capacity, and Lead-time.
- Report project status and deliverables to stakeholders at each progressive Development Phase/stage gate exit.
- Facilitate Early Supplier Involvement (ESI) technical reviews, documenting agreements and driving closure on open action items.
2. NPD Sourcing Strategy & Risk Mitigation
- Track and manage improvements in procured component Supply Risk, Quality, and Material Cost for the full Device Bill of Material (BOM).
- Review Medtronic Product Plans and Technology initiatives with GSM to provide early communication for Supplier Identification and Capability development.
- Integrate Supply Technology Roadmaps into New Product Development Programs by staying knowledgeable of Category Strategy updates.
3. Source Selection & Category Alignment
- Accountable for completing Source Selection in alignment with Category Strategies and Preferred Supplier Segmentation.
- Identify potential new sources for technologies where formal Category Strategies do not yet exist.
- Drive early Development Agreements and ensure proper Supply Agreement coverage in coordination with GSM.
4. Quality, Cost, and Value Engineering
- Monitor overall Component Quality Levels for projects in alignment with DRM (Design for Reliability and Manufacturability) processes.
- Partner with Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) to influence specifications and supplier development early in the cycle.
- Conduct front-line negotiations using a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Total Acquisition Cost view to influence design and source decisions.
5. Launch Readiness & Operational Transfer
- Lead the transfer of Component Sourcing Responsibility post-qualification to High Volume Facilities and Site Sourcing.
- Identify and monitor supply chain lines to ensure efficient sourcing arrangements through process and value stream mapping.

III. Job Qualifications
1. Education & Experience
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline (e.g., STEM).
- Experience: * Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
- Alternatively, an Advanced Degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
- Medical device industry experience is highly preferred.
2. Knowledge & Skills
- Technical/Regulatory: Working knowledge of Sourcing functions, General Manufacturing Processes, and ISO Standards.
- Compliance: Knowledge of applicable FDA/cGMP and International medical device regulations.
- Competencies: * Proven leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
- Strong influence skills to achieve results across a matrixed organization.
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and DRM.
- Ability to manage multiple technologies and changing priorities.
3. Physical & Travel Requirements
- Must be independently mobile and able to interact with computers regularly.
- Travel: 10 – 15%.