Sourcing Manager

Stryker

. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a defined supplier portfolio .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $112,900 - $188,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and contract negotiation within regulated manufacturing environments. Proven ability to manage complex supplier qualification efforts and lead cross-functional projects to achieve quality, cost, and timeline objectives.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier DevelopmentContract NegotiationSupplier Qualification ManagementRegulated Manufacturing Experience

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Hard Skills

Supplier Portfolio ManagementCost Reduction InitiativesRFQ ManagementOnboarding SuppliersProject Management

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationRisk Mitigation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply ChainBachelor's Degree in FinanceBachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Medical DeviceElectronicsElectromechanical AssemblyIndustrial ProductsSupplier Relationship Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a defined supplier portfolio
Drive excellence in supplier service, quality, and cost
Own sustaining business and new product introduction sourcing, including product transitions from development into production
Lead sourcing workstreams for product transfers, insourcing initiatives, and manufacturing transformation projects
Ensure supplier readiness, risk mitigation, and execution against quality, service, cost, and timeline objectives
Identify, assess, select, and onboard suppliers through RFQs, capability assessments, qualification activities, and Approved Supplier List management
Drive pricing negotiations, contract execution, cost reduction initiatives, and long-term supplier agreements
Lead component transfers, supplier transitions, and new SKU implementation across multiple commodity categories
Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Regulatory teams on supplier deliverables, qualification milestones, sample builds, and launch readiness
Identify sourcing risks, develop mitigation plans, and communicate supplier performance, project status, and financial impact to project teams and senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, finance, engineering or related field
8 years in Supply Management with a focus on strategic sourcing and supplier development
Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain best prices and terms on products, materials, and services
Experience leading sourcing activities for product transfers, insourcing initiatives, contract manufacturing transitions, or large-scale supply chain projects
Demonstrated success with onboarding suppliers and managing complex supplier qualification efforts
Strong commercial negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
Ability to lead multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Experience in regulated manufacturing environments, preferably medical device, electronics, electromechanical assembly, or industrial products
Ability to travel 20%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work flexibility
20% travel compensation/coverage implied by role requirements