Supply Chain Director

Arcmed Company: Arcmed Function: Operations Job Type: Regular / Permanent Role Type: Full time Location: Danbury, Connecticut Job Description Our entire team takes pride in our hard work and diligence to support life‑changing instrumentation. Where others see difficulty, we see opportunity and potential, innovating with level heads and a positive outlook. If you have a drive and are motivated to change the world, come join our team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership Develop and execute the supply‑chain strategy aligned to business growth, operational excellence, and customer commitments. Proven ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams and influence at senior leadership level. Provide extensive leadership experience in the end‑to‑end supply‑chain management within a manufacturing or regulated environment. Translate corporate objectives into measurable supply‑chain goals, KPIs, and execution plans. Lead long‑range planning for capacity, sourcing, inventory, and logistics to support current and future demand. Cross‑function collaboration with S&OP, planning (demand & production), quality, and finance teams. Establish policies for inventory optimization, safety stock, and working‑capital management. Ensure alignment between forecasts, production schedules, and supplier commitments. Drive improvements in MRP effectiveness, data accuracy, and planning discipline. Implement & maintain Kanban material management for our key customers ensuring production readiness. Lead sourcing and procurement strategies across direct and indirect materials. Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, including performance reviews, risk assessments, and escalation management. Drive cost‑reduction initiatives while maintaining quality, delivery, and compliance. Issue and manage purchase orders in line with our MRP system, tracking their delivery performance and resolving supply issues. Support business continuity through dual‑sourcing, supplier development, and risk‑mitigation planning. Where needed, working with global import and exports to ensure we receive our materials In‑Time and In‑Full. Lead sourcing and negotiation efforts for all materials, including critical or high‑value materials, components, and services. Supporting business continuity by evaluating alternative suppliers, assessing supply risk, and contributing to mitigation plans when disruptions occur. Logistics & Warehousing Strong background in planning systems (MRP/ERP), supplier management, inventory control, and logistics. Provide oversight of warehouse operations, logistics, shipping, receiving, and distribution activities. Ensure efficient material handling, storage optimization, and on‑time customer shipments. Champion safe working practices and compliance with regulatory and company standards. Support site layout, material‑flow design, and logistics network optimization. Understanding of global import and export requirements, possessing the ability to communicate with the relevant authorities to ensure delivery. Performance Management & Continuous Improvement Establish and review supply‑chain KPIs covering delivery, inventory, cost, quality, and service. Demonstrated success in driving cost, service, and working‑capital improvements. Drive standardization of processes, metrics, and governance across sites or regions. Promote a culture of accountability, data‑driven decision‑making, and operational excellence. Lead or support initiatives to improve procurements processes, while strengthening compliance, support cost‑reduction and efficiency initiatives. Lead, coach, and develop supply‑chain leaders and teams across planning, procurement, and logistics. Build organizational capability through succession planning, skills development, and talent engagement. Foster strong cross‑functional collaboration and clear communication at all levels of the organization. Work as directed by Manager. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS, and TRAININGS Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, operations, business, or related field. Master’s degree a plus. Excellent ability to communicate in English both verbally and in‑writing. Extensive experience in all aspects of key account management. Well‑developed literacy, numeracy, and computer skills with a technical aptitude. Must have a strong background for sourcing new suppliers. Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements. This positionrequires up to 10% of travel. COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS Experience with Epicor a plus. Microsoft: Office 365; SharePoint; Teams; Visio; and OneNote preferred. Working knowledge of UKG‑UltiPro and Workday a plus. Ability to operate media equipment such as tablets, smartphones, and other electronic equipment. Ability to work with general office equipment. Ability to work with and understand databases a must and the ability to learn technical skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT Shall have essential physical skills; be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds (or ¼ own body weight). Shall have adequate vision, reading, writing, and documentation skills, and hearing to perform the essential functions of the job. Must have enough endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time. Will be engaged in speaking, sitting, walking, driving, listening, and in communicating both orally and in writing while performing his or her duties. Must be able to listen and respond to questions and instructions. The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the variety of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the incumbent a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change, so, too, may the essential functions of this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr