Supplier Engineer

Cork - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific well give you the opportunity to harness all thats within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools information and training well help you in advancing your skills and career. Here youll be supported in progressing whatever your ambitions.

Advancing possibilities for a brighter tomorrow

Boston Scientific is seeking ahighly motivated experienced Supplier Engineer on a permanent basis to join our team.

Job Purpose:

Supplier Engineer in the Materials Supplier Engineering Team: concentrates and is responsible for aspects of supplier selection. Our team plays a lead role in partnering with best in industry suppliers globally to provide materials products innovation and services that drive competitive advantage for Boston Scientific.

New Product Development Material Qualification and Continuous Improvement are the key streams of focus for the team across all purchased commodities in Boston Scientific.

The Supplier Engineering Team is also responsible for the technical leadership & support within the supply chain and achieving year-on-year material cost reduction targets.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical lead on Teams comprising representatives from Purchasing Supplier Quality and Business Units responsible for all aspects of Supplier Management.
Demonstrates Technical Leadership skills in Commodity Management.
Interfaces with suppliers and category team members to support investigation of supplied material issues or supply constraints
Partners with manufacturing quality and/or sustaining R&D/ DA/ PM to execute changes initiated by BSC or by the Suppliers such as improvement projects supplier capability capacity and compliance projects
Providing professional development opportunities and technical leadership to supplier engineers
Responsible for Establishing & Achieving business objectives of the Team in terms of Quality Cost and Service.
Drives Continuous Improvement of Quality & Quality Systems Service Capability and Total Cost of Ownership throughout the Supply Chain.
Supports investigation of Material Quality issues as they arise. Works with Quality Procurement & Value Streams to resolve technical challenges.
Promotes the Quality System within the Supply Base.
Works with Procurement Supplier Quality Engineering Receiving Inspection & Business Units to ensure that components meet established requirements.
Ensures that adequate Corrective Actions are identified implemented and controlled by Suppliers
Provides guidance to other functional areas in applying Supplier Management system requirements
Contributes to the development maintenance and improvement of Supplier Management Policies and Procedures.
Communicates effectively with all Internal & External Stakeholders.
Develops new Supply sources with Procurement Team
Identifies and Drives Material Value Improvement Projects (VIPs) throughout the Supply Chain.
Deputize for Supplier Engineering Manager as required.

Education & Experience:

An ability to demonstrate high standards of leadership and cultivate business relationships
Strong Problem Solver
A demonstrated track record in Project Management Skills
Min 3-5 years of experience working in a regulated environment (Automotive Medical Devices or Pharmaceutical)
Coaching and development- team succession planning
Minimum Bachelors degree from accredited university in Science or Engineering
Previous experience of managing changes from a supplier management perspective desirable.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives create value for our customers and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So choosing a career with Boston Scientific isnt just business its personal. And if youre a natural problem-solver with the imagination determination and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

To search and apply for open positions visit: Boston Scientific we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion equality and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives we create a better more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients customers and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process please email

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High PerformanceAt Boston Scientific well give you the opportunity to harness all thats within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. Wi...