Procurement Engineering Manager- MR NPI Sourcing

Procurement Engineering Manager is focused on the successful launch of new products within our MR modality. The NPI Sourcing professional is responsible for providing a supply base that provides a competitive advantage for GE Healthcare to support the on time and to budget delivery of NPI projects.
At GE Healthcare our passionate people are creating the products solutions and services our customers need to deliver the best patient care possible.

Job Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage all procurement engineering activities for MR New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept to launch.
* Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for MR NPI components leveraging market intelligence and supplier capabilities.
* Collaborate closely with R&D Engineering Quality and Manufacturing teams to identify and evaluate potential suppliers for new MR technologies and components.
* Conduct technical assessments of supplier capabilities processes and quality systems to ensure alignment with GE Precision Healthcares standards.
* Drive cost reduction initiatives throughout the NPI lifecycle including design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for sourcing (DFS) activities.
* Negotiate contracts terms and conditions with suppliers to secure optimal pricing delivery schedules and quality agreements.
* Manage supplier relationships performance and risk throughout the NPI process ensuring adherence to project timelines and budget.
* Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks for NPI components developing contingency plans as needed.
* Lead cross-functional teams to resolve technical and supply chain issues that may arise during NPI.
* Stay abreast of industry trends emerging technologies and supplier landscape within the MR domain.
* Mentor and develop junior procurement engineering talent within the team.

Job Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree in engineering (Electrical Mechanical Biomedical or related field) from an accredited university.
* Minimum of 15 years of experience in procurement sourcing or supply chain management within a highly regulated industry preferably medical devices or healthcare.
* Strong technical understanding of engineering principles manufacturing processes and quality systems relevant to complex medical devices.
* Proven track record of successful supplier selection negotiation and relationship management.
* Excellent project management problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Strong communication interpersonal and leadership abilities with experience leading cross-functional teams.
* Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

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