Associate Manager, Sourcing (Hybrid) at Stryker

Work Flexibility: HybridWhat you will doJoin a high-performing team thats transforming how we source scale and optimize world-class products. As an Associate Sourcing Manager for the Endoscopy Division (Hybrid) you will lead world class supply base performance and cost optimization for current products. You will partner closely with New Product Sourcing Category Management and cross-functional teams to drive quality delivery and cost excellence. Youll stay ahead of market and technology trends determine supplier strategy and help build a best-in-class global supply base. This is a hybrid role. We are seeking a candidate in San Jose CA or the surrounding area. The employee is expected to be physically present at the San Jose Stryker location an average of 3 days per week.Lead cost reduction performance for responsible categoriesDrive supplier development initiatives to improve delivery quality and overall performance.Lead cross-functional teams in structured supplier selection and sourcing decisions for current products.Negotiate long-term agreements and statements of workIdentify qualify and onboard new suppliers while managing seamless business transfers when needed.Use data analytics to uncover opportunities that enhance supply base performance and costExecute continuous improvement initiatives across department and division.Build strong supplier partnerships that support operational excellence and strategic growth objectives.What you needRequired QualificationsBachelors degree in supply management business finance engineering or related field6 years of experience in supply chain operations or engineeringDemonstrated ability to lead effective relationships internally and externallyDemonstrated excellence in cost reduction including ideation activation & executionAbility to lead difficult conversations and negotiations with suppliersDemonstrated ability to leverage data and analytics to identify optimization opportunitiesExperience delivering supply base optimization in areas of delivery quality and costContracting experience of medium level complexityHigh in emotional intelligence and stays calm under pressure. Adept in conflict resolutionAbility to manage multiple competing priorities in fast paced environmentsCan influence without direct authority in a way that makes others want to be on their teamExercises good judgment and can weigh benefits and risk in order to make solid decisions despite ambiguityPreferred QualificationsMasters degree in supply management business finance engineering or related field113900 - 186700 salary plus bonus eligible benefits. Individual pay is based on skills experience and other relevant factors.Travel Percentage: 30%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.Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Category Management,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,Supply Chain Experience,Analysis Skills,Contract Management,Supplier Management,Contract Negotiation,ERP Systems,negotiation,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1