Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Location: Broomfield, Colorado - onsite
May 29, 2025
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the development and execution of best practice strategic sourcing for Swisslog Healthcare North America. This position specializes in working with functional team leaders to plan and implement sources of supply, supplier management programs and drive cost savings. In addition, this position will manage long-term contracts to ensure that commercial obligations are met and the process of renewal or replacements of existing contracts are proactively managed. Develop and manage RFP’s that meet the business requirement and lead negotiations of large agreements, coordinating with legal, business management, IT and finance to ensure favorable commercial terms, risk mitigation and robust ongoing SLA’s and performance metrics are incorporated. Expertise in project management, contract negotiations, supplier development, and cost analysis.
The strategic sourcing function is responsible for (1) identifying sources of supply regionally, domestically, and internationally of products and services necessary to maintain the on-going business of the company, (2) affecting successful and beneficial commercial activities that are long term, (3) administering a supplier management program with the objective of assuring the company’s suppliers are properly selected and managed as a portfolio of sources that maintain and improve the value received within the supply chain (4) identification of value opportunities within the existing supply chain and supplier portfolio.
The strategic sourcing function is responsible for (1) identifying sources of supply regionally, domestically, and internationally of products and services necessary to maintain the on-going business of the company, (2) affecting successful and beneficial commercial activities that are long term, (3) administering a supplier management program with the objective of assuring the company’s suppliers are properly selected and managed as a portfolio of sources that maintain and improve the value received within the supply chain (4) identification of value opportunities within the existing supply chain and supplier portfolio.
Short Facts
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Broomfield, CO, United States of America -
Procurement -
Permanent Position
Your collaboration
- Responsible for managing supplier source identification, Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Request for Purchase (RFP) preparation process, supplier performance evaluation, negotiations.
- Evaluate and select suppliers to insure performance that meets corporate expectations for quality, service, cost and delivery and support engineering R&D.
- Plan for and conduct negotiations for the acquisition and delivery of assigned goods and services.
- Knowledge of assigned commodities, supplier base capabilities, and a vast network of contacts to insure job proficiency and overall effectiveness
- Implement sourcing methodology including: supplier performance management, negotiation practices, risk management, TCO, and level of services.
- Prepare, negotiate and follow contracts with key influencers and legal department.
- Manage strategic agreements to maximize the terms and conditions negotiated in these agreements and monitor contract validity period.
- Technical understanding of products purchased; performs cost analysis and develops supply sources.
- Continually benchmark commodities marketplace to assess/understand new solutions to be developed and remain up to date in the relevant industry trends, capabilities of new entrants, category cost drivers and pricing trends – i.e. continually develop sourcing strategies to drive sustained savings and meet compliance targets, and to improve or enhance service delivery, including hedging to minimize market pressures, and other activities.
- Lead and implement sourcing projects to optimize spend by analyzing TCO, trends, risk, launching competitive bids and bringing innovative solutions.
- Work with IT, Engineering, Product & Project Management, and suppliers to identify new products and opportunities for cost reduction and/or process improvement. Proactively seek bottom line savings opportunities.
- Develop supplier relationships that further cost reduction efforts, promote quality improvement initiatives, and support design to cost and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, provide leadership in the sourcing of requirements.
Your competence
- Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Economics, or equivalent required. Experienced with personal computers, MS Office: Excel/ PowerPoint/ Word / Project and ERP systems are required.
- Minimum 6 years sourcing experience with 3 years strategic sourcing experience in a high-technology manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of high-tech environment. Well versed in contract development and use of standard purchasing terms and conditions. Creative and strategic thinker possessing strong problem-solving skills, with proven influencing skills. Must be proactive, exhibit continuous improvement mindset, and an ability to affect change. Able to work comfortably with all levels of the organization.
- Must have very strong written and verbal communication as well as negotiation and analytical skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
- CPSM, CPIM, CSCP or equivalent professional certification.
- ISM and/or APICS membership.
- Master's Degree.
- A background using Ariba or other E-Sourcing tools.
- SAP Experience.
- Project Management experience a plus.
Clarity on your path
At Swisslog Healthcare, we are constantly looking for people who shape and develop our company. We offer exciting opportunities to learn, develop and lead change. You benefit from clear communication and development plans that are aligned with your personal strengths and our common goals. Enjoy many other benefits that we are constantly reviewing and expanding.
Free Parking
Flexible Working Options
Globally Networked Environment
Retirement Plans
Grow with Us!
Our commitment
We use automation to make a difference in hospitals and healthcare facilities. 1,200 dedicated employees in more than 3,500 facilities around the world are already relieving the burden on staff and giving them more time for patient care activities. With the latest technologies in the field of medication management, we are taking responsibility for shaping tomorrow's healthcare system to improve patient care and increase medication safety.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Swisslog Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law.Swisslog’s FMLA policy can be found at:
http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application or to perform your job, please contact Human Resources at jobs.healthcare.us@swisslog-healthcare.com.