Principal Sourcing Logistics Specialist

Overview

The Sourcing and Reverse Logistics Manager will be the leader of the sourcing function in the new CPO (certified pre-owned) program at Waters, responsible for building and executing the instrument sourcing strategy from the ground up. This role requires an entrepreneurial leader who can work independently while maintaining strong alignment with cross-functional partners.

The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, thrives in ambiguous environments, and has a proven track record of building supplier networks and procurement processes in a startup or new business context.

Responsibilities

The Sourcing and Reverse Logistics Manager will be the leader of the sourcing function in the new CPO (certified pre-owned) program at Waters, responsible for building and executing the instrument sourcing strategy from the ground up. This role requires an entrepreneurial leader who can work independently while maintaining strong alignment with cross-functional partners.

The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, thrives in ambiguous environments, and has a proven track record of building supplier networks and procurement processes in a startup or new business context.

Qualifications

Required

• 7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management
• Experience with reverse logistics, trade-in programs, or secondary market sourcing preferred
• Demonstrated experience building sourcing functions, supplier networks, or procurement processes in a new business or startup environment
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost targets
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision; strong self-direction and accountability
• Excellent analytical skills and make data-driven decisions
• Strong communication skills; able to influence cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership remotely
• Willingness to travel 25-40% as required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Preferred

• Experience in scientific instruments, medical devices, capital equipment, or similar industries
• Familiarity with refurbishment, remanufacturing, or certified pre-owned business models
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement software
• MBA or advanced degree

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide. 

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.