Director, Global Sourcing & Product Development

Director, Global Sourcing & Product DevelopmentLocation: On-Site; Mount Olive, NJ + 10% International travelPosition Type: Full-Time, Direct-HireTarget Compensation: $150,000-$175,000 Base SalaryAbout the RoleWe are seeking a commercially minded, hands-on Director of Global Sourcing & Product Development to lead global supply chain initiatives and drive innovative new product development in advanced healthcare solutions.This role serves as a key bridge between global manufacturing partners and internal cross-functional commercial teams. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in sourcing medical consumables, devices, and personal protective equipment (PPE), along with a track record of executing successful product launches from ideation to delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesGlobal Sourcing & Supplier ManagementMarket & Geopolitical Analysis: Analyze global market dynamics, manufacturing landscapes, raw material trends, and geopolitical factors to align supply strategies with corporate goals.Supplier Selection & Development: Identify, evaluate, and qualify primary, secondary, and tertiary manufacturing partners across global regions.Commercial Negotiation: Lead competitive pricing and contract negotiations, securing favorable terms while maintaining rigorous manufacturing quality and efficiency standards.Performance Tracking: Build and maintain supplier relationship management frameworks to monitor manufacturing metrics, cost competitiveness, quality, and on-time delivery.Global Travel: Travel internationally to conduct factory visits, perform supplier audits, and participate in industry conferences.New Product Development (NPD)Product Strategy & Launch: Partner with executive leadership to plan and execute global NPD initiatives across targeted medical supplies, consumables, and devices.Clinical & Technical Evaluation: Build clinical and in-use expertise to evaluate product design, regulatory requirements, and competitive positioning.Product Lifecycle Ownership: Oversee product design validation, sample testing, and clinical performance standards directly with manufacturing sites and sales teams.Specifications & Compliance: Maintain technical documentation, material specifications, and quality test records to ensure strict regulatory compliance.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, Marketing, and Sales teams to support seamless commercial rollouts and internal product training.Required Qualifications & ExperienceEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in global sourcing, product design, and medical product launches.Industry Domain Knowledge: Demonstrated experience sourcing healthcare consumables, PPE, surgical tools, or operating room products.Negotiation & Procurement: Proven track record in supplier evaluation, factory audits, direct pricing negotiations, and strategic global diversification.Project & Technical Management: Advanced analytical skills with a history of delivering product initiatives on time and against defined performance metrics.Mobility: Ability and willingness to travel internationally to overseas manufacturing facilities and global trade events.