Strat sourcing spec- technology & digital services

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

This role partners closely with Technology Category Managers, Digital Technology leadership, and business stakeholders across multiple regions while independently managing sourcing projects, supplier relationships, and procurement initiatives. In addition, this individual will serve as a key sourcing partner supporting Digital Technology teams across North America, Europe, and other international regions, providing commercial guidance, supplier recommendations, negotiation support, and market intelligence across a broad portfolio of technology and digital services.

Primary Areas of Responsibility

• Software & SaaS Solutions
• Cloud Services & Infrastructure
• Cybersecurity Solutions & Services
• Telecommunications & Network Services
• Enterprise Applications & Platforms
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Emerging Technologies
• Managed Services & IT Outsourcing
• IT Consulting & Professional Services
• Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation Services
• End User Computing & Workplace Technology Solutions

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
• Contracting & Supplier Management
• Technology Operations & Digital Enablement Support
• TSA Exit & Global Expansion Support
• Procurement Transformation
• Global Collaboration

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, Finance, Operations, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, technology contracting, supplier management, or related disciplines.
• Proven experience sourcing technology products and services, including software, SaaS, cloud solutions, managed services, cybersecurity, infrastructure, telecommunications, outsourcing, and technology consulting services.
• Demonstrated success leading sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and complex contracting activities.
• Strong understanding of software licensing models, SaaS commercial structures, cloud consumption models, and technology contracting practices.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate favorable business terms, and manage supplier relationships.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, stakeholder coordination, execution, and timeline management.
• Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting stakeholders across multiple regions and time zones.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, including the ability to lead meetings, prepare executive-level communications, present recommendations, and negotiate with suppliers in a global business environment.
• Experience collaborating with Legal, Privacy, Cybersecurity, Finance, PMO, and Digital Technology stakeholders.
• Highly adaptable and comfortable operating in a rapidly changing and growth-oriented organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience sourcing enterprise software, ERP platforms, cybersecurity solutions, cloud infrastructure, AI technologies, telecommunications services, data and analytics platforms, or managed services.
• Experience supporting Digital Transformation, SAP, ERP, cloud migration, AI deployment, application modernization, or enterprise technology programs.
• Experience supporting TSA exits, business carve-outs, spin-offs, mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale business transformation initiatives.
• Experience onboarding suppliers and supporting technology operations in new countries or regions.
• Experience with supplier governance, supplier performance management, business continuity planning, and technology risk management.
• Experience supporting procurement digitization, workflow automation, intake management, spend analytics, or procurement technology implementations.
• Experience within healthcare, medical device, manufacturing, biotechnology, life sciences, or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and other technology compliance and security frameworks.
• Experience utilizing SAP, Ariba, Coupa, VNDLY, ServiceNow, or similar procurement and supplier management platforms.
• Global sourcing and supplier management experience within a multinational organization.
• Experience working in a highly matrixed global environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally (approximately 10–15%) to support supplier meetings, technology initiatives, and key business locations.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package. At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

About MiniMed

We want to make every day a better day for people living with diabetes. Our team of creative innovators around the globe share a passion for finding the simplest solutions to the problems that people with diabetes face on a daily basis. For more than 40 years, we've been redefining what's possible, from intelligent dosing systems designed for real life to predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and we're dedicated to continuing to support our customers through every step of their journey — meeting them where and how they need it.