Join our team as an Associate Sourcing Manager, where you will lead strategic sourcing activities, optimize supplier relationships, and drive cost savings. Reporting to the Director, Sourcing this role focuses on achieving business goals through supplier management, contract negotiation, and continuous improvement initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, sustainability, and value in every project.
What You Will Do- Develop and implement sourcing strategies to achieve optimal quality, service, and cost.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to drive performance and ensure compliance with company standards.
- Negotiate contracts, including supply and quality agreements, to achieve favorable terms and mitigate risks.
- Conduct supplier and market analysis to identify opportunities for consolidation, cost reduction, and process improvements.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support business objectives, including PRoduct Transfers.
- Monitor supplier performance through audits, site visits, and performance metrics to ensure alignment with goals.
- Drive ethical and sustainable sourcing practices across the supplier base.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing or commodity management, with a total of 10 years in purchasing, planning, or manufacturing roles.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
- Strong analytical, financial, and strategic thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
Preferred:
- Experience in regulated industries such as medical devices, aerospace, or pharmaceuticals.
- Knowledge of ISO13485, FDA QSR, or similar quality standards.
- Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
- International sourcing experience and proven intercultural competencies.
Poland Pay Ranges:
- Poland, Skawina: 158.300 - 263.700 PLN annual gross
At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.
If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.
Travel Percentage: 20%
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years in strategic sourcing or commodity management and a total of 10 years in purchasing, planning, or manufacturing roles.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
- Strong analytical, financial, and strategic thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Experience in regulated industries such as medical devices, aerospace, or pharmaceuticals.
- Knowledge of ISO13485 or FDA QSR or similar quality standards.
- Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
- International sourcing experience and intercultural competencies.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with HSA support and global mental‑health access indicate broad, accessible care. These features materially enhance the overall value of the total‑rewards package.
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Retirement Support — A meaningful 401(k) company match with potential additional company contribution, alongside an ESPP, supports long‑term savings and wealth building. Documented plan specifics help employees understand eligibility, timing, and vesting mechanics.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and practical supports like breast milk shipping reflect a comprehensive, family‑friendly approach. These offerings address varied family‑building paths and caregiving needs.
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