Senior Sourcing Supplier Data Analyst

Senior Sourcing Supplier Data AnalystJoin a fast-paced, innovation-driven medical technology organization where strategic sourcing and data-driven decision making directly impact cutting-edge products and global operations. This contract role is ideal for a highly analytical procurement professional who thrives in supplier negotiations, cost modeling, RFQs, and cross-functional collaboration while leveraging AI and market insights to drive measurable value. The position offers strong visibility, hands-on ownership, and a potential pathway into future sourcing leadership opportunities.ResponsibilitiesNegotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with suppliers.Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for technical equipment, custom engineered products, systems, software, or components.Maintain understanding of technology trends, market forces, cost trends, and supplier technology road maps.Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.Discuss defects and delivery problems with suppliers and negotiate refunds.Provide technical guidance and direction within a specialized field or discipline.Lead data analysis for cost reduction and supplier performance improvement.Analyze supplier performance details and trends.Analyze internal and external cost details to identify opportunities and support cost negotiations.Create cost models for supplier pricing structures, including impacts on volume, spend, and material price changes.Utilize AI in modeling and analysis.Issue RFQs, facilitate and lead auctions, and generate should-cost requests.Analyze results and prepare summaries and recommendations for sourcing managers.Develop negotiation fact sets and presentation materials.Support a pipeline for future sourcing roles, with potential to transition to sourcing manager roles.Experience in supplier selection, performance management, cost modeling, and presentations.Skilled in data analysis, presentation of results, and communicating insights visually.Handle multiple concurrent tasks, such as launching RFQs and ongoing analyses.RequirementsLocated in San Jose, CAExperience in supplier selection, performance management, and cost modelsSkilled in data analysis and presentation of resultsComfortable with data ambiguity and developing clarity across systemsExperience leveraging AI for analysisAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, including RFQs and projectsEffective written, oral, and visual communication skills