LightForce delivers 3D printed patient-specific braces. Generated from a digital orthodontic treatment plan. Made for one. Born from light. Backed by Kleiner Perkins.
About the role
The Senior Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Specialist develops and executes sourcing strategies,negotiates supplier commercial terms, and manages strategic supplier relationships supporting LightForce’s additive manufacturing operations. Working with Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality, and Legal, this position drives cost optimization, supplier risk mitigation, contract coordination, and capital equipment procurement. Legal retains oversight of legal provisions and contract approvals. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field
- 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management within a technically complex manufacturing environment
- Proven experience managing strategic supplier relationships, leading complex negotiations, and resolving supplier performance issues
- Experience evaluating supplier manufacturing capabilities, conducting operational assessments, and driving supplier improvements
- Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills
More about this role
LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients. Our fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform increases practice efficiency, improves clinical consistency, and enables more predictable treatment outcomes.
Unlike traditional stock brackets, LightForce delivers fully customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning—optimizing outcomes at scale. With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in personalized care. Learn more at www.lf.co
The Senior Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Specialist develops and executes sourcing strategies,negotiates supplier commercial terms, and manages strategic supplier relationships supporting LightForce’s additive manufacturing operations. Working with Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality, and Legal, this position drives cost optimization, supplier risk mitigation, contract coordination, and capital equipment procurement. Legal retains oversight of legal provisions and contract approvals. This is a senior individual contributor role focused...
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