Associate Sourcing Manager NPI (Hybrid)
Work Flexibility: Hybrid
Join our team and help bring innovative products to market. As an Associate Sourcing Manager NPI (Hybrid), you'll lead sourcing strategy for new product launchesdriving supplier selection, negotiations, and cost optimization from concept through commercialization.
You'll partner cross-functionally to guide sourcing decisions, manage supplier relationships, and ensure launch readiness, while identifying risks, savings opportunities, and long-term value. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can influence across teams, and delivers results through both strategy and strong supplier partnerships. This is a hybrid role. We are seeking a candidate in Irvine, CA or the surrounding area. The employee is expected to be physically present at a Stryker location 3 days per week but has the flexibility to work from home.
Lead end-to-end NPI sourcing strategy for complex projects, driving execution from concept through launch
Own supplier selection and sourcing decisions, leveraging data-driven analysis (financial + non-financial) to deliver strong outcomes
Lead contract negotiations (supply and development agreements) to secure value, mitigate risk, and support long-term partnerships
Build and manage key supplier relationships, serving as the primary escalation point and trusted partner
Drive new product launch procurement activities, including RFQs, negotiations, awards, cost management, and launch readiness
Partner cross-functionally to resolve challenges, balance stakeholder needs, and ensure seamless project execution
Track and optimize costs throughout the lifecycle, capturing savings and ensuring smooth handoff to sustaining procurement
Identify risks and opportunities early, proactively escalating issues and driving continuous improvement and strategic sourcing initiatives
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or related field
6 years of experience supply chain management, procurement, engineering or related
Experience with advanced financial analysis and negotiation, driving cost optimization in complex scenarios
Strong strategic analysis skills, using data to inform decisions
Understanding of procurement strategies, including sourcing and supplier alignment
Preferred Qualifications
United States of America Pay Ranges:
US15: $102,700 - $171,100 USD Annual
Travel Percentage: 10%
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.