Jeffrey Steele
About Jeffrey Steele
Jeffrey Steele is the Global Category Manager at Boston Scientific, with extensive experience in strategic sourcing and financial analysis.
Current Position at Boston Scientific
Jeffrey Steele is the Global Category Manager at Boston Scientific. He has held this position since 2019, overseeing the strategic sourcing of technology and procurement activities in the Greater Philadelphia Area. His role involves managing diverse technology categories including IT software, cloud services, hardware, and professional services. His extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management supports his leadership in this global organization.
Previous Roles at Accenture Operations
From 2014 to 2018, Jeffrey Steele served as a Sourcing Manager at Accenture Operations in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. During his four-year tenure, he focused on strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives, leveraging his expertise in business case development and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to optimize sourcing decisions and supplier performance.
Experience at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Between 2004 and 2013, Jeffrey Steele worked at Bristol-Myers Squibb Company as the Associate Director of Global IT Sourcing in Plainsboro, New Jersey. Over his nine years at the company, he was responsible for the procurement of IT services and products on a global scale. His role involved negotiating and managing supplier contracts, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
Educational Background
Jeffrey Steele has a strong educational foundation in business and economics. He earned his MBA from the Texas McCombs School of Business, where he studied Management from 1994 to 1996. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Williams College, graduating with a BA in Economics in 1989. This educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills essential for his roles in strategic sourcing and financial analysis.
Skills and Expertise in Strategic Sourcing
Jeffrey Steele possesses significant expertise in strategic sourcing of technology, including IT software, cloud services, managed services, hardware, and professional services. His skills in business case development and TCO analysis are crucial for assessing the total cost of ownership involved in sourcing decisions. These competencies are complemented by his proficiency in financial analysis, supporting his strategic role in supplier management.