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Job description
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About Us:
Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.
About this Opportunity:
The Director of Supply Chain will have responsibility over the Planning, Purchasing, and Logistics teams for 3 California-based (San Jose, Rancho Cordova, Stockton) Vantedge Medical sites. This role will need to have a deep focus on building structured and sustainable supply chain processes and solutions. We are looking for someone who is process focused, who collaborates well with others, has attention to detail, can aggressively drive improvements, takes ownership, and has high internal expectations.
Responsibilities:
Process and Technology Development
Ability to identify gaps and improvements
Lead best practice solutions that improve on-time delivery and other operational metrics
Evaluate current use of MRP system and drive best practice use to ensure reliable demand and supply signals
Ensure defined and accurate master data that drive reliable MRP signals
Planning
Execute production scheduling processes related to work order releases, management, sequencing, visual management, and frozen schedule
Execute production scheduling processes related to daily production attainment and accountability across functions
Ensure execution of capacity (equipment and labor) planning and dispatch reporting across sites
Manage inventory PFEP and drive site projects to reduce inventory levels
Develop standard and ad-hoc supply/demand analyses to support projects or customer inquiries/commitments
Purchasing
Execute purchasing processes related to purchase order releases, buyer exception messages, and vendor performance management
Strategic Sourcing
Proactively identify indirect and direct purchasing cost savings projects, track savings, and mitigate cost increases
Support NPI and estimating in RFQs to suppliers for large projects
Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews and utilize Supplier Scorecards to improve and monitor performance
Develop long-range commodity strategies in alignment with strategic business objectives
Collaboration / Problem-Solving / Strategy
Collaborates in a proactive manner with production, engineering, and quality to develop and implement site improvements
Drives consensus building, clear focus, and follow-through on executionDevelops site supply chain strategy and effectively communicates to team and across functions
Logistics
Evaluate and implement optimized warehouse design and operations
Ensure on-time receiving, kitting, and shipments to customers
Establish cycle-time program and maintain 95%+ IRA
Talent Development
Coaches and develops supply chain talent bringing a structured approach to talent development
Regularly reviews supply chain org to identify needs and gaps; acts quickly on identified changes
Defines roles and responsibilities, sets clear expectations, and supports team in conflict resolution
Train and coach teams on use of MRP system and planning, purchasing, and logistics processes
Coach planning teams on proactive planning collaboration and approaches
Develop appropriate standard work and SOPs related to job duties
Identify and develop tools and/or accountability methodologies to ensure process adherence
Customer Communication
Primary communicator to strategic customers on capacity and supply related projects or requirements
Supply Chain Center of Excellence (COE)
Active participant in development of supply chain strategic imperatives including data analytics and S&OP
Works collaboratively with corporate supply chain COE team on implementing best practices and improving supply chain maturity
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, operations management, or related field required
10 years’ experience in supply chain
5 years’ experience in production planning
Strong history of process development
Demonstrated change management and transformational change experience
Strong communicator internally and externally; able to address and resolve problems and conflict with ease
Ability to strongly influence teams cross-functionally
Ability to use data and standardize the use of data to drive improved decision-making
Ability to travel up to 20% primarily to Rancho Cordova and Stockton sites including some supplier visits (primarily local)
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Who can apply
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