Sourcing Director, APAC

Job description

Primary Function of Position The Sourcing Director, APAC will define and lead the regional sourcing strategy for Intuitive Surgical, ensuring alignment with global sourcing objectives while driving innovation, cost optimization, and operational excellence across APAC. This role will oversee strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect categories such as construction, facilities management, professional services, and logistics, delivering measurable value and mitigating risk. The Director will partner with senior business leaders to influence decisions that shape Intuitive’s growth in the region. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing Leadership Develop and execute a regional sourcing vision and roadmap aligned with global sourcing strategy. Lead complex, high-value sourcing projects across APAC, ensuring competitive advantage and compliance. Drive innovation and supplier collaboration to support business growth and operational excellence Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to APAC leadership, influencing strategic decisions on sourcing priorities. Partner with global sourcing teams to ensure consistency and alignment with global category strategies. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Finance, Operations, and Facilities. Supplier Strategy & Performance Establish and maintain strategic supplier partnerships to enable innovation and resilience. Oversee supplier performance governance, risk management, and compliance across APAC. Anticipate market trends and proactively adjust sourcing strategies to maintain cost efficiency and mitigate risks. Financial & Operational Impact Deliver measurable cost savings, risk reduction, and operational improvements through strategic sourcing. Provide executive-level reporting on sourcing performance, market insights, and strategic initiatives. Required Skills & Experience 15+ years of experience, with at least 10 years in sourcing leadership roles. Proven track record of leading regional or global sourcing strategies in complex, multi- country environments. Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level. Strong change management experience, driving sourcing transformation across diverse cultures and geographies. Expertise in strategic negotiations, contract governance, and supplier relationship management. Ability to shape sourcing strategy, not just execute projects. Education Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Language Fluent in English; proficiency in an Asian language is a plus. Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 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. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws. U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who 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.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process). 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’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills. Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law. At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints. As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible. Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves. Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.