Job Description

Company DescriptionAt Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.
As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare\'s hardest challenges and advance what is possible.
Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.
Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.
Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let\'s advance the world of minimally invasive care.Primary Function of Position:Responsible for acquiring materials, components, and equipment to support new product launches. Obtains quotes, evaluates supplier abilities, and aligns them with project timelines. Monitors orders, deliveries, and inventory. Ensures enough supply for new product production. Collaborates with Strategic Sourcing on supplier strategy for new product release and production scale-up.Establishes material needs from engineering and new product schedules. Maintains inventory as planned. Evaluates supplier reliability and collaborates with Supplier Development Engineering and Strategic Sourcing to find new suppliers. Monitors cost, schedule, and scope of new products. Ensures materials are available on time for production. Key member of a high-performance team.Roles and Responsibilities:

• Uses forecasts and planning techniques to maintain optimal inventory levels for engineering and production needs.
• Applies experience in new product launching and research purchases to shorten manage times and ensure timely material delivery.
• Works with engineering to assist suppliers in developing efficient fabrication processes.
• Identifies second sources for critical components as necessary
• Participates in the continuous improvement of current systems and processes.
• Works with Strategic Sourcing to identify and qualify new supplier resources.
• Identifies supplier capacity issues. Works with Strategic Sourcing to resolve problems. Ensures no impact on project schedules.
• Creates, updates, and publishes project material cost models.
• Quickly and proactively, resolves and/or escalates issues related to delivery, supplier performance, quality or cost.
• Ensures accuracy of reports and orders, such as item master info.\\u00a0 Collaborates with engineering to ensure accurate BOMs for production.
• Provides direction and/or effectively delegate critical tasks as needed. Be a functional, productive member of a high performance team.

QualificationsSkill/Job Requirements:

• Must have 10-12 years experience in supply chain management. Specific expertise needed for new product introduction (NPI), R&D, or engineering support..Successful track record of increasing responsibility.
• Minimum BS in business, mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent education/experience.
• Must have significant computer experience using Windows, Word, Excel (advanced skills preferred) and ERP Information Systems, preferably SAP and Agile.
• MS Office skills ( MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Excel (Vlookups, Pivot Tables, Charts, and filtering)
• Experience working with engineers and manufacturing resources for prototype parts procurement, pilot activities and production launch of new products.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, chaotic environments with constant change.\\u00a0 Manage change with speed and grace.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes used by suppliers of mechanical components, like precision machining, sheet metal, and plastic injection molding. Experience with contract manufacturing, OEM, cables, PCBAs, and more.
• Familiar with project management techniques for new product introduction.
• ECO implementation experience required.
• Familiarity with contract and cost negotiation techniques.
• Must have exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Able to communicate at high and detailed levels. Must have diplomacy and composure under pressure.
• Detail oriented with demonstrated ability to proactively follow-up on areas of responsibility in a timely manner.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Able to read and have a basic understanding of engineering drawings.

Additional InformationDue to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.

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