Strategic Sourcing Manager (TPO)

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As a global leader in clinical diagnostics Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratorys role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing and are used in hospitals reference and research laboratories and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough to rapid and reliable sample analysis to more rigorous decision makingwe are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency clinical confidence adaptive collaboration and accelerated intelligence.

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The Strategic Sourcing Manager (TPO) for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for strategic sourcing category and alliance management with Third-Party Organizations (TPO) to enable the successful development and commercialization of Beckman Coulters diagnostic products. This includes but is not limited to Supplier & Category Strategy Strategic Supplier Identification & Evaluation Alliance Management for Critical Partners Complex Contract Negotiation & Management Cross-Functional Partnership & Alignment Risk Management & Mitigation Cost Management & Value Engineering Supplier Performance & Development Market Intelligence & Trend Analysis and Compliance.

This position reports to the Senior Director of Sourcing (TPO) and is part of the Global Strategic Procurement Team and will be fully remote.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for Third-Party Organization (TPO) suppliers components sub-assemblies and finished goods supporting new product development launch and throughout the product life cycle.
• Manage Critical TPO Alliances: Act as the primary strategic interface and Alliance Manager for designated Zone 1 Zone 2 & Zone 3 suppliers fostering deep collaboration to drive innovation and ensure long-term value.
• Negotiate Complex Commercial Agreements: Lead and execute advanced negotiations for TPO contracts including pricing intellectual property quality and supply agreements to secure optimal commercial terms and mitigate risk.
• Drive Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate closely with R&D Commercial Quality and Manufacturing teams to integrate supplier capabilities and ensure seamless NPI project execution and market readiness.
• Proactively Identify & Qualify NPI Suppliers: Identify evaluate and qualify new strategic TPO partners aligned with NPI project requirements and Beckman Coulters future technology roadmaps.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in Strategic Sourcing with a strong focus on New Product Introduction (NPI) and Third-Party Organization (TPO) management preferably within the medical device or diagnostics industry.
• Complex Negotiation Expertise: Proven track record of successfully leading and executing complex high-value commercial and contractual negotiations (including IP quality and supply agreements).
• Alliance Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to build nurture and manage strategic supplier relationships acting as an alliance manager for critical partners.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse internal stakeholders (R&D Commercial Quality Legal Manufacturing) in a matrix environment.
• Education: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering or a related field.

Travel Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role

• Travel:Ability to travel up to 35-50% (domestic and international) to engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Motor Vehicle Record:Valid drivers license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required.
• Physical/Environment:Primarily home office-based with visits to manufacturing sites laboratories or cleanroom environments that may require specific personal protective equipment (PPE).

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Global Sourcing : Managing supplier relationships across multiple international regions.
• Advanced Degrees/Certifications: An MBA or professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management).
• Direct Commercial/P&L Exposure: Experience working closely with commercial teams or having direct P&L responsibility understanding the broader business impact of sourcing decisions.

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics a Danaher operating company offers a broad array of comprehensive competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics can provide.

The annual salary range OR the hourly range for this role is $150K - $190K. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion consistent with the law.

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