NPD Sourcing Specialist

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology and Telecom a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, is currently seeking an NPD Sourcing Specialist for a long-term engagement at one of our Global Medical Device Manufacturing clients located in Raynham, MA Our client is a global leader in medical device and equipment manufacturing pioneer. Specialties include joint reconstruction, trauma, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery, and sports medicine, in addition to the Digital Surgery portfolio.

This role is a full-time, fully benefited position. As a Kelly employee, you will be eligible for our enhanced benefits, 50% paid Medical & Dental, 401K, and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You will also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time. All Kelly employees in this group receive annual performance reviews.

NPD Sourcing Specialist selections in alignment with External Manufacturing Supply Integration, Category, and Sub-Category strategies. You will execute Procurement goals and strategies, delivering on financial, quality, service, and compliance objectives, and execute source selections in alignment with our client's broader category and sub-category strategies.

ResponsibilitiesLead Requests for Quotation/Information/Proposals and assist with CGM-based supplier discussionsCoordinate with the Cost Engineering group for completion of Should Cost Modeling activity-based costing for the source productManage the relationships of key suppliers supporting New Product Development and ensure alignment with supplier segmentation strategiesCoordinate and execute supplier contracts, including development agreements, supply agreements, distribution agreements, and various non-disclosure agreements Identify and understand the market risks associated with sourced products and recommend strategies to minimize the financial and operational risk of suppliersSupport selection of slates of suppliers with business partners for new product introductions Active engagement with project planning within standard project management tools and processes in a broad range of business settingsCoordination and collaboration with source finance for the management of standard costs and associated attributes to ensure pricing accuracy

QualificationsA minimum of a bachelor's degree is required. MBA/Advanced degree is preferredA minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in a Sourcing, Operations, or Supply Chain role is requiredA demonstrated working knowledge and experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment with regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements is requiredExperience in negotiating contract terms with external suppliers is requiredCreative decisive problem-solving skills, business partners internal and external, ability to adapt to meet constantly evolving priorities, and sound reasoning skills are requiredA demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with a focus on internal and external relationship development is requiredExcellent verbal and written communication skill with the ability to confidently present complex information is requiredStrong influencing skills and an eye for business is requiredAble to prioritize requests, and propose effective cost/customer service alternatives when necessary is requiredFPX / Project management training and experience is preferredAPICS American Production Inventory Control Society or CPM Certified Purchasing Manager certification is preferredStrongly prefer experience within the Medical Device or Healthcare industryPrevious experience with Six Sigma/Process Excellence Tools, Training, and/or Certification is preferredExperience working with financial tools and solid analytical skills are strongly preferredUS location This position may require up to 20 travel

Important information: Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States immediately and without employer sponsorship.