Senior Sourcing Specialist - Supply Chain (Westlake Village)

Were seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to join an innovative medical device manufacturer committed to improving patient outcomes. This hands-on, strategic role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and reliable supply solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong negotiation and analytical skills with the ability to build trusted, long-term supplier relationships and collaborate cross-functionally from early R&D through commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify best-fit suppliers within assigned categories and regions.
• Partner with R&D and cross-functional teams to align sourcing with product, cost, and quality goals.
• Engage suppliers early in product development to meet performance, cost, and launch targets.
• Lead RFI / RFP processes, including requirements definition, negotiation, and contract award.
• Negotiate competitive agreements that deliver value without compromising quality or compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost.
• Apply market insights, risk assessments, and cost analyses to support sourcing decisions.
• Develop and execute value improvement and insourcing / outsourcing initiatives.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships to support long-term business goals.

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