Head of Programme Management

Job SummaryThe Program Manager Vertical Integration will lead the successful launch and operational readiness of new facilities, automation, and Prime Vendor customers. This senior leader will be responsible for orchestrating cross-functional teams, driving strategic alignment, and ensuring seamless integration of operations from initial planning through full-scale production. The ideal candidate brings deep operational expertise, a proven ability to influence at all levels, and a passion for building high-performing teams and systems from the ground up. This role calls for an individual with a high level of ownership to navigate and resolve conflict between competing priorities at each site and drive timely delivery. Job DescriptionMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESStartup Leadership: Lead end-to-end planning and execution of startup activities, including readiness planning, ramp-up, and operational handoff. Solve complex problems that pose risk to project delivery and key milestones through deep dives with stakeholder Subject Matter Expert (SME) input.Change Management: Lead change initiatives by developing clear communication plans, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, systems, and tools. Partner with Engineering, Facilities, Supply Chain, HR, Regulatory, Sales, and other departments to ensure alignment and readiness across all operational functions.Establish and implement best practices for safety, quality, productivity, and sustainability during startup phases. Gain buy-in and support from central operations teams when developing new processes, tools, or training to ensure alignment and scalability across the organization.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risk related to startup timelines, resource constraints, and operational dependencies. Performance Tracking: Define KPIs and success metrics for startup milestones; Data Driven Decision Making : Leverage data to derive insights, optimize distribution and operational processes, and make informed decisions. Develop and implement standardized tools and frameworks that enable consistent, data-backed decision-making across teams and sites.MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTSEducationBachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering or a related fieldWork Experience7+ years in Supply Chain Operations. Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesDeep understanding of healthcare-related distribution and transportation processesExcellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of leading complex, cross-functional implementations.Ability to influence without direct authority and drive alignment across diverse teamsStrong strategic thinking and problem-solving skillsExceptional communication and stakeholder management abilitiesExperience leading cross-functional teamsExperience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvementsProficiency in Excel for data analysis (Pivot tables, Vlookup)Detail-oriented and highly organized.Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for actionComfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarifyPassion for building systems, teams, and culture from the ground upAbility to manage complex project plans, ensuring clear definition of milestones, dependencies, and deliverablesUp to 75% travel requiredPREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTSEducationMBA or master’s degree in supply chain or related fieldCertification / LicensurePMP, Lean Green or Black Belt certification a plus.Work ExperiencePrevious experience leading startups of new technology, business, or buildingsKnowledge / Skills / AbilitiesProficiency in SQL, Tableau, or other data analysis softwareStays current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge in healthcare distributionMedline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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