Ireland - Remote, Gort (Neuro), IDA Business Park, Gort, Galway, Ireland
Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Medical Device)
Shape the Future of Neurology Innovation
We are seeking an experienced
Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist
to play a critical role in advancing cutting-edge neurology medical devices.
This is a high-impact individual contributor role with end-to-end ownership of strategic sourcing categories, directly influencing product delivery, supply resilience, and commercial success in a highly regulated MedTech environment.
Based in Gort, Co.
Galway, this hybrid position offers the opportunity to collaborate across global teams while contributing to a mission that enhances patient outcomes worldwide.
The Opportunity
You will operate as a strategic leader within the sourcing function, partnering with Product Development, Quality, Supplier Engineering, Regulatory, and Operations to ensure suppliers meet the highest standards of performance, compliance, and innovation.
This role is ideal for a commercially astute sourcing professional who thrives on ownership, influence, and measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities
Own and execute category strategies aligned to long-term business goals, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity
Act as the commercial lead for your categories, driving value through supplier selection, negotiation, and development
Deliver against critical KPIs across cost, quality, service, and risk
Lead senior-level supplier engagement, including performance reviews and strategic partnerships
Ensure full compliance with GMP, ISO, and regulatory standards, supporting audits and supplier qualification
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring uninterrupted product supply
Drive adoption of best-in-class sourcing processes, tools, and governance frameworks
Partner cross-functionally on NPI, lifecycle management, and capacity planning
Contribute to budgeting, cost forecasting, and long-range sourcing strategies
Act as a subject matter expert and mentor, supporting sourcing excellence across the organisation
What You Bring
7–10+ years' experience in Strategic Sourcing or Category Management
Proven experience within MedTech or highly regulated manufacturing (pharma, biotech, aerospace also considered)
Strong track record managing complex, high-value sourcing categories
Deep understanding of supplier management in GMP / ISO environments
Advanced negotiation and commercial acumen
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers at senior levels
Track record of delivering measurable results across cost, quality, and service metrics
Experience driving process improvements, sourcing transformation, or digital tool implementation
Why Join?
Competitive salary package with pension.
Health Insurance & Life Assurance coverage.
Educational Assistance Program.
Employee Rewards Program.
Excellent career progression opportunities.
Influence supplier strategy and long-term quality outcomes
Join an innovative organization shaping the future of neurodiagnostic and healthcare technology.
Work in a collaborative environment with strong opportunities for career development and professional growth.
Take full ownership of strategically critical categories with real business impact.
Be part of a collaborative, high-performing sourcing function shaping future capability.
EEO Statement
Natus Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
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