Associate Sourcing Manager- NPI

What you will do

Join our team and help bring innovative products to market. As an Associate Sourcing Manager NPI (Hybrid) youll lead sourcing strategy for new product launchesdriving supplier selection negotiations and cost optimization from concept through commercialization.

Youll partner cross-functionally to guide sourcing decisions manage supplier relationships and ensure launch readiness while identifying risks savings opportunities and long-term value. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment can influence across teams and delivers results through both strategy and strong supplier partnerships. This is a hybrid role. We are seeking a candidate in Irvine CA or the surrounding area. The employee is expected to be physically present at a Stryker location 3 days per week but has the flexibility to work from home.

• Lead end-to-end NPI sourcing strategy for complex projects driving execution from concept through launch

• Own supplier selection and sourcing decisions leveraging data-driven analysis (financial non-financial) to deliver strong outcomes

• Lead contract negotiations (supply and development agreements) to secure value mitigate risk and support long-term partnerships

• Build and manage key supplier relationships serving as the primary escalation point and trusted partner

• Drive new product launch procurement activities including RFQs negotiations awards cost management and launch readiness

• Partner cross-functionally to resolve challenges balance stakeholder needs and ensure seamless project execution

• Track and optimize costs throughout the lifecycle capturing savings and ensuring smooth handoff to sustaining procurement

• Identify risks and opportunities early proactively escalating issues and driving continuous improvement and strategic sourcing initiatives

What you need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in business supply chain management engineering or related field

• 6 years of experience supply chain management procurement engineering or related

• Experience with advanced financial analysis and negotiation driving cost optimization in complex scenarios

• Strong strategic analysis skills using data to inform decisions

• Understanding of procurement strategies including sourcing and supplier alignment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the medical device industry supporting supply chain and operational processes in a highly regulated environment

United States of America Pay Ranges:

• US15: $102700 - $171100 USD Annual