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The Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Boston Scientific is responsible for developing and executing optimal category & sourcing strategies for finished medical devices. Establish & enhance supplier relationships to drive sourcing & supplier initiatives to meet or exceed product quality, service & deliver sustainable cost reductions, whilst reducing or mitigating risk in the Supply Chain. Responsible for collaborating with internal stakeholders and aligning on optimal sourcing strategies to develop and implement one common category strategy for the assigned category. Responsible for developing a supplier database that identifies and categorizes potential suppliers by category and region to increase the value proposition and reduce TCO.

• Provide strategic influence while building value-add relationships with engaged finished good suppliers to increase sourcing efficiency.
• Manages strategic supplier relationships in line with the Category Strategy and understands the strategic differentiators for each supplier.
• Define, build, and plan alignment on Category Strategy for assigned category.
• Gathers Market Intelligence and trends for the Category and Sub-Categories
• Identifies risks within the category and works closely with stakeholders to eliminate or take mitigating actions for strategic risks.
• Drives Supplier strategic activities and develops Supplier capability roadmaps as part of the Category Strategy by collaborating with Supplier Engineering, Supplier Quality and other key stakeholders.
• Promotes and works towards balanced continuous (year-on-year) value improvement for all aspects of quality, service, and cost with assigned suppliers. Manages supplier performance and identifies Value Improvement Programs to improve TCO accordingly.
• Ensures optimal balance between collaborative engagement and competitive pressure to ensure maximum value is realized.
• Negotiates value improvements and manages supplier contracts.
• Provide strategic influence with internal stakeholders.
• Responsible for arranging and executing monthly and quarterly supplier performance reviews with key suppliers.
• Owns annual budget process for assigned suppliers as well as crisis or systematic issue resolution.
• Establish and support a work environment of continuous improvement that supports BSC’s Quality Policy, Quality System, and the appropriate regulations for the area they support.
• Build alignment between business needs and market dynamics.
• Identifies insourcing and outsourcing opportunities.
• Establish early involvement to achieve development performance goals, support project timelines, and manage product cost.
• Leads R&D communications related to the Category and facilitates the identification and evaluation of new materials or technologies to cover current and potential future BSC requirements
• Identifies all suitable suppliers per category and region per sample RFQ and develops comprehensive supplier knowledge & database.
• Works closely with and engages on proactive information sharing with other Global Sourcing Team Members to optimize supply base.
• Develops Should-Cost Models for major sub-categories.

• Candidate required to possess at least a degree in any related field.
• At least Minimum of 10-12 years Strategic Procurement (Sourcing) and Supplier Relationship Management
• Leadership and influencing skills
• Experience managing supplier contracts and negotiating value improvements
• Excellent communication (in English) and collaboration skills
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, travel typically does not occur over weekend

• OEM, Finish Goods sourcing experience
• Medical industrial experience
• Understanding about diversified manufacturing technologies and processes

As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, our mission at Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) is to transform lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients. If you’re looking to truly make a difference to people both around the world and around the corner, there’s no better place to make it happen.

Job Segment: Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Database, Relationship Manager, Operations, Technology, Customer Service

Purpose Statement
The Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Boston Scientific is responsible for developing and executing optimal category & sourcing strategies for finished medical devices. Establish & enhance supplier relationships to drive sourcing & supplier initiatives to meet or exceed product quality, service & deliver sustainable cost reductions, whilst reducing or mitigating risk in the Supply Chain. Responsible for collaborating with internal stakeholders and aligning on optimal sourcing strategies to develop and implement one common category strategy for the assigned category. Responsible for developing a supplier database that identifies and categorizes potential suppliers by category and region to increase the value proposition and reduce TCO.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic influence while building value-add relationships with engaged finished good suppliers to

increase sourcing efficiency.

• Manages strategic supplier relationships in line with the Category Strategy and understands the strategic differentiators for each supplier.
• Define, build, and plan alignment on Category Strategy for assigned category.
• Gathers Market Intelligence and trends for the Category and Sub-Categories
• Identifies risks within the category and works closely with stakeholders to eliminate or take mitigating actions for strategic risks.
• Drives Supplier strategic activities and develops Supplier capability roadmaps as part of the Category Strategy by collaborating with Supplier Engineering, Supplier Quality and other key stakeholders.
• Promotes and works towards balanced continuous (year-on-year) value improvement for all aspects of quality, service, and cost with assigned suppliers. Manages supplier performance and identifies Value Improvement Programs to improve TCO accordingly.
• Ensures optimal balance between collaborative engagement and competitive pressure to ensure maximum value is realized.
• Negotiates value improvements and manages supplier contracts.
• Provide strategic influence with internal stakeholders.
• Responsible for arranging and executing monthly and quarterly supplier performance reviews with key suppliers.
• Owns annual budget process for assigned suppliers as well as crisis or systematic issue resolution.
• Establish and support a work environment of continuous improvement that supports BSC's Quality Policy, Quality System, and the appropriate regulations for the area they support.
• Build alignment between business needs and market dynamics.
• Identifies insourcing and outsourcing opportunities.
• Establish early involvement to achieve development performance goals, support project timelines, and manage product cost.
• Leads R&D communications related to the Category and facilitates the identification and evaluation of new materials or technologies to cover current and potential future BSC requirements
• Identifies all suitable suppliers per category and region per sample RFQ and develops comprehensive supplier knowledge & database.
• Works closely with and engages on proactive information sharing with other Global Sourcing Team Members to optimize supply base.
• Develops Should-Cost Models for major sub-categories.

Job Requirements

• Candidate required to proses at least degree in any related field.
• At least Minimum of 10-12 years Strategic Procurement (Sourcing) and Supplier Relationship Management
• Leadership and influencing skills
• Proven quantitative abilities e.g., cost modeling, data analysis
• Experience managing supplier contracts and negotiating value improvements
• Excellent communication (in English) and collaboration skills
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, travel typically does not occur over weekend

Preferred Qualifications

• OEM, Finish Goods sourcing experience
• Medical industrial experience
• Strong experience in developing immature suppliers
• Understanding about diversified manufacturing technologies and processes

About Us
As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, our mission at Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) is to transform lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients. If you're looking to truly make a difference to people both around the world and around the corner, there's no better place to make it happen.

Purpose Statement

The Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Boston Scientific is responsible for developing and executing optimal category & sourcing strategies for finished medical devices. Establish & enhance supplier relationships to drive sourcing & supplier initiatives to meet or exceed product quality, service & deliver sustainable cost reductions, whilst reducing or mitigating risk in the Supply Chain. Responsible for collaborating with internal stakeholders and aligning on optimal sourcing strategies to develop and implement one common category strategy for the assigned category. Responsible for developing a supplier database that identifies and categorizes potential suppliers by category and region to increase the value proposition and reduce TCO.

Key Responsibilities

•Provide strategic influence while building value-add relationships with engaged finished good suppliers to

increase sourcing efficiency.

• Manages strategic supplier relationships in line with the Category Strategy and understands the strategic differentiators for each supplier.
• Define, build, and plan alignment on Category Strategy for assigned category.
• Gathers Market Intelligence and trends for the Category and Sub-Categories
• Identifies risks within the category and works closely with stakeholders to eliminate or take mitigating actions for strategic risks.
• Drives Supplier strategic activities and develops Supplier capability roadmaps as part of the Category Strategy by collaborating with Supplier Engineering, Supplier Quality and other key stakeholders.
• Promotes and works towards balanced continuous (year-on-year) value improvement for all aspects of quality, service, and cost with assigned suppliers. Manages supplier performance and identifies Value Improvement Programs to improve TCO accordingly.
• Ensures optimal balance between collaborative engagement and competitive pressure to ensure maximum value is realized.
• Negotiates value improvements and manages supplier contracts.
• Provide strategic influence with internal stakeholders.
• Responsible for arranging and executing monthly and quarterly supplier performance reviews with key suppliers.
• Owns annual budget process for assigned suppliers as well as crisis or systematic issue resolution.
• Establish and support a work environment of continuous improvement that supports BSC's Quality Policy, Quality System, and the appropriate regulations for the area they support.
• Build alignment between business needs and market dynamics.
• Identifies insourcing and outsourcing opportunities.
• Establish early involvement to achieve development performance goals, support project timelines, and manage product cost.
• Leads R&D communications related to the Category and facilitates the identification and evaluation of new materials or technologies to cover current and potential future BSC requirements
• Identifies all suitable suppliers per category and region per sample RFQ and develops comprehensive supplier knowledge & database.
• Works closely with and engages on proactive information sharing with other Global Sourcing Team Members to optimize supply base.
• Develops Should-Cost Models for major sub-categories.

Job Requirements :

• Candidate required to proses at least degree in any related field.

• At least Minimum of 10-12 years Strategic Procurement (Sourcing) and Supplier Relationship Management
• Leadership and influencing skills
• Proven quantitative abilities e.g., cost modeling, data analysis
• Experience managing supplier contracts and negotiating value improvements
• Excellent communication (in English) and collaboration skills
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, travel typically does not occur over weekend

Preferred Qualifications:

• OEM, Finish Goods sourcing experience
• Medical industrial experience
• Strong experience in developing immature suppliers
• Understanding about diversified manufacturing technologies and processes

• To conduct periodic price review with vendors.
• To involve in part development during new model and localization project according to schedule.
• To source new suppliers for localization activities.
• To negotiate with suppliers in-order to fix reasonable part cost.
• To plan and monitor cost down, localization & source change project and implementation.
• To initiate/carry out the vendor development and vendor audit to maintain or improve vendor's competitive cost, quality and deliver.
• To manage and solve daily issues which are related to vendors to ensure smooth production.
• To support other departments (manufacturing group and spare parts) on the communication and execute vendor's improvement project.
• To ensure compliance to company activity on 5s and TPM.
• New models cost planning, development, strategy planning, budget preparation, control & monitoring.
• Cost down on PCL / ML / Localisation / Source Change / Taxation & Tax Optimisation.
• Request for the quotation for new model and mass production model and conduct cost analysis to prepare for the proposal to management.
• Cost analysis for New Model Parts.
• Update quarterly revise cost based on exchange rate fluctuation and material trend.
• New Model Development Support and control target cost.
• To prepare the value analysis and value engineering for part improvement.
• Collaborate with duty section for the Industrial Linkage Program application and excise duty exemption.
• Propose maker layout for new model based on drawing and purchasing policy under consideration on target cost.
• Propose Cost Reduction idea such as localization activity, 3C (Current Cost, Cost Breakdown, Correctness), rebate, and Value Analysis Value Engineering for New Model/Mass Production model.
• Propose countermeasure for material Cost Reduction with collaboration YMAC.
• To carry out any other duties as directed by superior and company management.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, or equivalent).
• Experienced in supply chain management, vendor development, or cost planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to automotive industry or part localization projects is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and cost analysis skills.
• Experienced in part development, new model planning, and source change projects.
• Good knowledge of value engineering and vendor audit processes.
• Ability to plan, negotiate, and implement cost-down activities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Able to work independently and cross-functionally with different departments.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sourcing and contracting for product and service for indirect procurement in Penang plant
• Lead the sourcing process in Penang plant for all indirect procurement commodities
• Develop local suppliers, drive supplier base consolidation.
• Drive process and efficiency improvement in Penang plant.
• Stakeholder management, indirect procurement process owner in Penang plant
• Coordinate with regional commodity managers and report to sub-regional procurement manager regarding process, strategy and key spending.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED
• Fluency in Mandarin speaking, reading, writing.

Minimum 3 – 5 years of experience in indirect procurement, experience in manufacturing company is a must
• Experience in at least 2 commodities including MRO, Facility, Automation line, HR service
• Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and communication skills
• Strong customer orientated person and candid attitude
• Strong project management skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work in a matrix environment
• Ability to work independently as indirect procurement representative.
• Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office, i.e. Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint
• Fluent English at negotiation level

Overview

A global leader in MEMS technologies, delivering high-performance audio solutions for consumer electronics, hearing health, and industrial applications is looking for Strategic Sourcing Manager with vast experience in handling raw material commodity including capacitor and inductor.

• Lead sourcing of materials and supplier management to support all business units across the organization.
• Monitor and analyze global economic trends and commodity pricing to inform procurement strategies.
• Perform comprehensive spend analysis, SWOT assessments, and supply-demand evaluations to guide decision-making.
• Develop, implement, and oversee long-term sourcing strategies that maximize business value and operational efficiency.
• Establish and manage supplier contracts, pricing roadmaps, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive optimal business outcomes.
• Evaluate and enhance supplier performance using scorecards and lead quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
• Participate in vendor audits to ensure compliance with environmental policies and corporate social responsibility standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CFT) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) on sourcing-related activities

• Bachelor’s degree in Material/ Electrical Engineering/ Supply Chain Management/ Business Administration or any other equivalent discipline.
• At least 5-7 years of relevant working experience in industrial manufacturing
• Candidates with capacitor raw material sourcing experience will be an added advantage (film and/or ceramic capacitor)
• Strategic thinking and analytic skills, inclusive but not limited to total cost of ownership and detailed cost elements, etc.
• Willing to travel for business meetings and supplier audit

Location:

Batu Kawan, MY

Employment Type: Permanent

BE GREAT TOGETHER WITH US.

Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager leads end-to-end procurement strategies for VAT Malaysia, driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, and regulatory compliance. The role partners with stakeholders to align business needs, manages supplier relationships and contracts, and achieves savings targets while fostering continuous improvement and developing a high-performing procurement team.

Your Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To

• Stakeholder Satisfaction & Relationship Management:
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders with strong business relationship to understand their procurement needs and provide appropriate solutions.
• Be preferred local Business Partner and be the voice of business stakeholder's needs & requirements by understanding and relay business needs and requirements.
• Provide outstanding services that meet stakeholders’ needs to achieve outstanding customer satisfaction
• Compliance and Regulatory Control:
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. To provide strategies to increase compliance.
• Develop, implement and manage all vendor relationships and services ensuring compliance to service level agreements.
• Strategy and Suppliers Management:
• Responsible for end to end management of VAT Malaysia plant, including category sourcing, projects in the pipeline, procurement process and policies and managing the spend and savings targets for the plant spend.
• Align with VAT CH team to develop and execute strategy for indirect spend categories.
• Lead the development of indirect strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance.
• Manage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management
• Establish and maintain supplier relationships, and facilitate periodic business reviews to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities
• Manage supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements
• Contract Negotiation and Cost Management:
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Monitor and report activities to ensure fulfilling service levels and take mitigation actions in case of non-fulfilment of agreements
• Partner with legal to ensure proper forms of Agreement are utilized, contractor conformance with the terms and conditions of the Agreements, and refinement of Agreements as required.
• Accountable for IDM spend & savings targets and objectives for VAT MY
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve processes.
• Supporting scrap management for the manufacturing plant.
• Continuous improvement & Team Leadership:
• Define and track the indirect procurement performance dashboard for the plant.
• Encourage innovation and continuous improvement while implementing development opportunities to to enhance their skills to be Subject Matter Expert and career development
• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team.
  

• Bachelor’s / Masters degree or equivalent work experience in Sourcing / Procurement with relevant experience of a minimum 10+ years in manufacturing plant environment.
• Candidate must be a strong people manager, able to make informed decisions and manage detail and risk.
• Working experience within a global complex organization.
• Strong management and organizational skills to build teamwork and collaboration.
• Builds strong and successful strategic supplier partnerships. Coaches and develop team and provides regular feedback and guidance.
• Significant expertise in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
• Advanced and validated knowledge of procurement industry cost structures and drivers
• General knowledge of applicable sourcing, planning, and logistics laws and regulations
• Confirmed project management and process improvement experience
• Ability to establish supplier specifications in conjunction with subject specialists, measure and drive conformance to specifications, and manage internal and supplier relationships to achieve desired results
• Strength in meeting or exceeding project achievements and results, while multitasking and prioritizing
• Capable of dealing in high stress environment, balancing operational and strategic priorities.
• Hands-on attitude, strong leadership, influence and communication as well as the ability to partner with a wide range of organizations and interact regularly with senior management.
• Strong analytical skills (risk based) and goal-driven thinking. Focus on the essential facts, with the ability to present results clearly and compellingly.
• Able to foresee problems and works on the solutions proactively.
• Good interpersonal and negotiating skills to build effective working relationships with supply partners, functional leaders and the client.
• Able to get results through others, able to multi-task, sense of priority, able to handle stress levels.
• Flexible, resourceful and proactive individual, able to produce results under tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills. And comfortable in presenting at supplier business reviews and with stakeholders.
  
  

• A technical background would be an added advantage
• Knowledge about category sourcing markets
• Contract law
• Office Software / IT application (esp. Excel, Word, Power Point, D365 etc.)
• Good communication skills in English (any other language will be a plus)