Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist-Consulting
Medtronic · Fridley, MN
Supply Chain & LogisticsFull-time$107k–$161kCompany career page
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Role summary
Medtronic seeks a Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist to develop and execute sourcing strategies for a $100M global consulting services portfolio. The role involves leading negotiations with consulting firms, analyzing spend data, and partnering with senior stakeholders across functions and regions to optimize supplier performance and deliver enterprise value.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree with 7+ years sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience
- Advanced degree with 5+ years sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience
- Strategic sourcing initiative leadership and supplier negotiation experience
- Cross-functional stakeholder management in matrixed organizations
- Data analysis and market intelligence skills for sourcing decisions
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities
What you'll be doing
- Develop and execute global category strategies aligned with business and enterprise objectives
- Lead competitive sourcing processes including RFPs and RFIs to maximize value
- Analyze spend data and market intelligence to identify value creation opportunities
- Negotiate consulting agreements, terms, pricing, and contract provisions with suppliers
- Present category insights and business cases to senior leadership and executives
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