Cochlear
medical device
ProcurementSpecialist-EngineeringServices(KL)
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“Procurement Specialist - Engineering Services (KL) at Cochlear. Skills: Procurement, Supplier Management, Contract Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, Engineering Services Sourcing. Conduct market analysis and strategic sourcing to identify suppliers that meet engineering and project requirements. Lead contract negotiations to secure competitive pricing and favourable commercial terms”
Industry & Context.
Ability to balance operational needs with long-term strategic sourcing goals.; Navigating procurement challenges such as supplier risks, capacity constraints, and quality/regulatory expectations (especially in a medical device environment).; resolving daily operational challenges independently or collaboratively.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Demonstrated procurement experience, preferably in technical or engineering categories., Experience using ERP or procurement software systems., supplier management skills with proven negotiation capability., Ability to manage commercial discussions and represent the organisation professionally., communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive stakeholder relationships including remote stakeholders across multiple regions., Organised, detail-oriented and capable of resolving daily operational challenges independently or collaboratively., Proficiency in the relevant language(s) used at the Cochlear site.
Nice to Have
Degree in Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field from a recognized university, Experience in high-tech or engineering-focused manufacturing medical device exposure advantageous., contract negotiation skills and ability to interpret technical specifications for sourcing., Knowledge of engineering principles, advanced sourcing methodologies, and Lean/continuous improvement tools., Familiarity with ISO standards, quality systems, and regulatory requirements (especially for medical devices)., Manufacturing background and experience supporting global or complex stakeholder environments including managing remote stakeholders effectively across multiple regions.
What You'll Do.
Conduct market analysis and strategic sourcing to identify suppliers that meet engineering and project requirements
Lead contract negotiations to secure competitive pricing and favourable commercial terms
Source and evaluate suppliers for engineering equipment
manage vendor performance and drive continuous improvement.
Identify supplier risks and lead mitigation and development initiatives.
Collaborate with engineering and project teams to meet technical and timeline requirements.
Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to support project milestones.
Track and report project procurement status
spend and savings opportunities.
Influence internal teams to adopt procurement best practices and systems.
Provide commercial and contract advice to stakeholders.
Improve procurement processes and strengthen cross-functional collaboration.
Use e-procurement / ERP tools (SAP/Oracle) to optimise procurement efficiency.
Identify opportunities for automation
digitization and workflow improvements.
Coordinate major automation projects and oversee their successful implementation across procurement processes.
Champion innovation and knowledge-sharing within the procurement function.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to source high-quality goods and services.; Collaborate with engineering and project teams to meet technical and timeline requirements.; Influence internal teams to adopt procurement best practices and systems.; Provide commercial and contract advice to stakeholders.; Improve procurement processes and strengthen cross-functional collaboration.; Manage complex stakeholder relationships across multiple regions and multidisciplinary project teams.; build positive stakeholder relationships including remote stakeholders across multiple regions.; supporting global or complex stakeholder environments including managing remote stakeholders effectively across multiple regions.
Communication Scope
communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive stakeholder relationships including remote stakeholders across multiple regions.
Process & Methodology
Project Support, Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to support project milestones., Track and report project procurement status, risks, spend and savings opportunities., Coordinate major automation projects and oversee their successful implementation across procurement processes.
Full Job Description
Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear. As a top 100 medical device company and market-leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear-branded cochlear implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities. **The Opportunity** Join Cochlear as **Procurement Specialist - Engineering Services (KL),** where you will play a pivotal role in supporting new product development, engineering projects and ongoing operational needs. In this role, you will partner closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to source high-quality goods and services, manage strategic suppliers, and drive value through efficient procurement strategies. You will be part of a global team undergoing transformation, offering exposure to complex stakeholder engagement, opportunities to influence procurement practices and involvement in high-impact projects that shape Cochlear’s future. **Key Responsibilities:** Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management * Conduct market analysis and strategic sourcing to identify suppliers that meet engineering and project requirements * Lead contract negotiations to secure competitive pricing and favourable commercial terms * Source and evalua
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