Head of Supply Chain and Procurement

Company DescriptionIt started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.Job DescriptionAbout the Role:The manager, New Products Supply Chain is a critical leadership role that leads the team that oversees supply chain operations for the launch of new products. The Manager, New Products Supply Chain, will lead end-to-end supply chain activities for new product introduction (NPI) initiatives, driving innovation, speed-to-market, and operational excellence within a highly regulated industry. This manager will oversee sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities for new product components and assemblies.Responsibilities include building cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Regulatory teams to ensure seamless product launches and robust supply chain readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong supply chain knowledge, strategic sourcing expertise, supplier negotiations experience, and a demonstrated background in launching products within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other regulated industries.Lead and manage the New Products Supply Chain team, providing guidance, development, and performance feedback.Design and implement supply chain strategies for new product introductions, ensuring alignment with business goals.Develop and monitor supply chain KPIs for new products and proactively address issues to achieve targets.Manage risk assessment and mitigation strategies regarding supplier selection, inventory planning, and logistics for new products.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and responsiveness for new products.Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and all relevant regulations for new product supply and distribution.Communicate project timelines, risks, and mitigation actions to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.Prepare reports and analysis on supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement.Required Skills and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree Required (Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related discipline preferred)Proven experience (10+ years) in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, or procurement within manufacturing (medical device, pharma, or regulated industry preferred)Experience supporting product launches or new product introduction programs strongly desiredStrong supplier negotiation, supplier development, and contract management skillsExceptional project management and cross-functional collaboration abilitiesEffective communicator—able to influence and build relationships at all levels, including executive and supplier partnersHigh proficiency in data analysis, problem-solving, and supply chain systems/toolsAbility to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments with multiple prioritiesPreferred Qualifications:Advanced degree (MBA, master’s in supply chain/Operations, or equivalent)APICS/ISM or similar supply chain certificationExperience with global sourcing and supplier managementWorking knowledge of regulatory compliance (FDA, ISO, etc.) in medical device or pharma industriesAdditional 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. 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.Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’sstart date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. The target compensation ranges are listed.ManufacturingExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Medical Device