Position Overview:
The Senior Manager, Supplier Engineering is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving supplier readiness and excellence in support of Insulet’s new product launches. This position plays a critical role in developing component sourcing strategies and driving execution from early-stage R&D and pilot assembly through to full-scale manufacturing. It ensures suppliers are technically capable and prepared to deliver the highest quality components on time and within budget. The position requires close collaboration with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality & PMO teams to drive supplier readiness and support next gen product development. This role will have dual reporting structure to the VP of Supplier Development Engineering and the leadership for NPI programs.

Responsibilities:

• Own and lead the supplier engineering strategy for NPI programs, ensuring alignment with product launch timelines and manufacturing scalability
• Oversee supplier validation activities including component qualification, tooling deployment, and process capability assessments
• Partner with R&D teams to ensure supplier processes support pilot line performance, design validation, and manufacturability goals
• Lead supplier engagement for DFM/DFA initiatives, driving early collaboration to optimize component design and production efficiency
• Develop and execute supplier improvement programs that drive speed during early NPI phases, enhance predictability through development and qualification, and ensure long-term reliability
• Build and lead a small high-performing team of supplier engineers focused on NPI execution, technical leadership, and strategic tooling and supplier development
• Influence supplier selection decisions through technical capability assessments and risk-based evaluations
• Interface with equipment vendors and suppliers to support custom tooling, fixtures, and semi-automated process development
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, GMP, and internal quality standards across all supplier activities

Key Decision Rights:

• Ownership of supplier engineering strategy and execution for NPI programs
• Influence supplier selection, validation planning, and component readiness for pilot and production tooling
• Drive supplier process improvements and alignment with long-term automation and scalability goals

Required Leadership/Interpersonal Skills & Behaviors:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to align supplier capabilities with business and technical objectives
• Strong communicator and collaborator across engineering, operations, and supplier teams
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing technical teams
• Experience mentoring peers and promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Skilled at navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
• Demonstrated ability to influence decisions and outcomes across organizational boundaries

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Expertise in supplier process development, component validation, and tooling qualification
• Demonstrated success in leading supplier engineering efforts for complex NPI projects in regulated environments
• Familiarity with challenges in sourcing and validating molded components, stamped metals, springs, and micro-mechanisms
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skill
• Experience with supplier audits, technical capability assessments, and capital tooling deployment

Education and Experience:

• BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with 12+ years of experience in supplier engineering or manufacturing in a regulated industry
• MS in Engineering or Engineering Management with 10+ years of relevant experience preferred
• Experience with Class II medical devices and global supplier networks is highly desirable

Additional Information:

• Able to work in a Class 8 Cleanroom Environment as neede
• Role is based in Acton and the ideal candidate will be in office a minimum of 4 days a week
• Travel up to 25%, including international travel to suppliers and manufacturing sites.

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements (requires on-site work from an Insulet office at least 4x/week; may work remotely other days). #LI-Hybrid
Additional Information:
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $119,550.00 - $179,325.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet’s flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.
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At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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• Own and lead the supplier engineering strategy for NPI programs, ensuring alignment with product launch timelines and manufacturing scalability
• Oversee supplier validation activities including component qualification, tooling deployment, and process capability assessments
• Partner with R&D teams to ensure supplier processes support pilot line performance, design validation, and manufacturability goals
• Lead supplier engagement for DFM/DFA initiatives, driving early collaboration to optimize component design and production efficiency
• Develop and execute supplier improvement programs that drive speed during early NPI phases, enhance predictability through development and qualification, and ensure long-term reliability
• Build and lead a small high-performing team of supplier engineers focused on NPI execution, technical leadership, and strategic tooling and supplier development
• Influence supplier selection decisions through technical capability assessments and risk-based evaluations
• Interface with equipment vendors and suppliers to support custom tooling, fixtures, and semi-automated process development
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, GMP, and internal quality standards across all supplier activitie