Senior Supply Chain Manager

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. ABOUT US At Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, we're more than just a contract manufacturer of orthopedic devices; we're on a mission to enable a longer, active life. With a dedicated focus on implants, instruments, and groundbreaking technologies, we serve a range of dynamic markets, including joint reconstruction, spine, trauma, sports medicine, extremities, and dental. Our manufacturing facility, nestled in the vibrant community of Bridgeport, MI, spans 85,000 square feet and specializes in cutting tools for orthopedic, dental, and trauma applications. Our product lineup boasts burs, pins, screws, drills, reamers, and saw blades, all meticulously designed to meet the highest quality standards for both implants and instruments.

A career at Orchid is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to grow. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes performance bonuses, insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid time off, and engaging employee events. But it's not just about the perks; it's about being part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence. SHIFT No Shift ($0) (United States of America) A BRIEF OVERVIEW The Senior Manager, Supply Chain is responsible for the rollout and maintenance of the M2M Operations Planning process and driving OTIF at the Bridgeport site. These responsibilities include but are not limited to demand planning, capacity planning, inventory planning and supply planning. This person will be accountable for proper support/oversight of the value chain from the ERP system to the manufacturing floor. As a business, operations, and supply chain focused position, this individual will be supporting both developing strategy and executing detailed processes and procedures.

WHAT YOU WILL DO Lead site Planning/Scheduling, Purchasing and Logistics talent to: Oversee planning, scheduling, material, production, outside operation supplier performance, and delivery status of orders. Lead the site S&OP and supply planning process, creating monthly deliverables and analyzes aligned to the global Integrated Business Planning process and timelines. Establish the overall build strategy for the site regarding what products should be make-to-stock vs. make-to-order, including an order acknowledgement and inventory management process in alignment with this strategy. Establish, maintain, and own the inventory strategy for raw, WIP, and finished goods in the factory. Accountable for establishing production and purchasing plans that satisfy the inventory strategy, as well as working with customers to align their expectations for Vendor Managed Inventory minimum and maximum stock levels to the site inventory strategy. Ensure execution of purchase orders in accordance with overall purchasing, inventory, and commodity strategies and supplier agreements. Provide input in the supplier agreements to ensure alignment with site business processes and objectives. Evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality of delivery and reliability, holding suppliers accountable when under-performing and escalating to commodity managers when appropriate. Review incoming orders and verify capacity to assure order status can be managed as required. Maintain accurate information through daily communications with manufacturing teams. May participate in customer interaction to drive improvement and align build strategies to their needs and obtain missing information required for satisfactory performance from their perspective. Aggregate incoming customer forecasts to assist in capacity planning. Review historical trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, and evaluate forecast results. Own and manage inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs. Oversee the flow of materials, subassemblies and finished goods through the manufacturing process internally and with the alignment for customer. Analyze and maintain inventory levels to ensure material availability and On Time Delivery In Full while meeting inventory budgets and targets. Set and maintain stock levels to ensure maximum efficiency of working capital. Drive purchasing objectives and improvements in purchasing process. Develop purchasing plans and programs to implement company policy and objectives. Partner with commodity manager to achieve lowest cost consistent with approved quality and delivery standards. Partner with Commodity Managers to identify additional sources of supply for important materials and maintain a relationship with acceptable vendors. Evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality of delivery and reliability. Keep informed of all new developments relative to materials and supplies and make recommendations designed to reduce costs and improve methods. Support Commodity Managers in negotiations with suppliers on all conflicts or questions on prices, deliveries and specifications. Responsible for inventory valuation. Be the key liaison between the Supply Chain/Operations and IT for any system issue escalation and system enhancement planning and deployment. Establish and optimize the use of M2M (may assist with others e.g. Syteline) functionality for Planning, Scheduling, Capacity Analysis, Demand Management, Order Management, Inventory Management and other Supply Chain functions. Act as subject matter expert/user support for ERP functionality as it relates directly or indirectly to Supply Chain and Manufacturing. Establish optimal inventory levels achieved necessary for targeted service levels. Develop standards of operation to ensure accurate inventory records. Assist with aggressive inventory plans and projects to achieve targets. Establish and oversee the master scheduling process at the individual site locations and globally. Ensure consistent and visible production expectations that meet the long-term supply plans. Develop methodology and assist site Production Planners with systematic management of work orders and shop floor schedules. Coordinate the use of M2M to maintain capacity models (primarily inside ERP) for production and supply chains at each manufacturing site. Collaborate with individual sites to establish and maintain long-term supply plans using systematic planning tools. Maximize the implementation of system-based analytics and reporting. Generate performance metrics for Operations to monitor and control production activities. Ensure master data integrity in key systems through process monitoring and control. Collaborate cross-functionally with management and workforces across multiple locations. Communicate complex issues and solutions to multiple audiences including executive management, production management and subject matter experts.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor Supply Chain Management (Required) Master Supply Chain Management (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

8+ Years of Experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Sourcing (Required) 4+ Years of experience leading projects, supply chain development, and applying technical business acumen for understanding key levers for efficient supply and inventory management (Required) 6+ Years of experience in contract and vendor management (Preferred) Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning and Material Requirements Planning Systems (Preferred) 5+ years of Experience with Quality Systems in a Highly Regulated Industry (i.e. Medica Devices, Aerospace, Pharmaceutical, Food, or Nuclear) (Required)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

Business Acumen - Extensive Experience Change Leadership - Extensive Experience Communicating Complex Concepts - Extensive Experience Customer Communication - Extensive Experience IBP Knowledge - Extensive Experience Leadership - Extensive Experience Negotiating - Extensive Experience Problem Solving - Extensive Experience Strategic Planning - Extensive Experience Strategic Sourcing - Extensive Experience Supply Chain Management - Subject-Matter Expertise Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Extensive Experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently Must be able to move about the inside of the building - Frequently Must be able to move equipment around the building - Rarely Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders - Rarely Must be able to position oneself and move under/around/over equipment - Occasionally Must be able to handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - Rarely Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others - Constantly Must be able to perform tasks that require repetitive handling/adjusting/inspecting/positioning of items and equipment - Rarely Must be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - Occasionally WHAT WE OFFER Opportunity to work in a growing company

Ability to help people live a longer, more active life

Comprehensive benefit package

Ability to work in an organization that values:

Integrity First: We do the right thing

Teamwork: We are one Orchid

Results: Our results matter

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Candidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug-screening based on position requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify

At Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. Orchid Orthopedic Solutions only pays fees for solicited presentations of job seekers submitted through our preferred vendor job board by recruiters, employment agencies, or other parties.