Supply Chain Manager

Fort Wayne, IN, USA Req #5076
Thursday, August 15, 2024

PURPOSE - We produce medical devices that save and enhance lives!

The Supply Chain Manager is a key member of the Plant Leadership Team with functional responsibility Master Planning, capacity planning, materials management/flow, tactical procurement, production scheduling, inventory control, and logistics.

We are seeking a dynamic leader for this exciting growth opportunity to help drive key performance indicators (KPIs) This role will also drive financial metrics including inventory turns, standard cost variances, absorption and budget.

 
  MISSION     *    INNOVATION    *     PARTNERSHIPS    *   GROWTH
We partner and innovate with our customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices in the world! 
 

BENEFITS

      Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective on date of hire

      Generous paid time off benefits and 10 paid Holidays

      Company-paid life insurance

      401k plan with company match


WELL-BEING

      Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits

      Up to $150-off your gym membership annually

      Discounted Pet Insurances for your furry friends

      Access to individualized financial planning meetings

      Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more

      Discounted family caregiving support


CAREER GROWTH

      Tuition Reimbursement

      On-site Training Programs

      Defined Career Path for advancement in role and compensation

      New Hire On-boarding Training Plans


Our top-notch work environment includes:

     Climate Controlled in the summer months

     Clean, Quiet, Comfortable Setting

 
POSITION EXPECTATIONS

  • Responsible for supporting the execution of Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning
  • Manages inventory management. Establishes production schedules and devises methods and SOP's to achieve effective and efficient movement of materials and finished goods while maintaining minimum inventory investment.
  • Maintains Item Master Data accuracy in Oracle ERP to support Kanban
  • Responsible for Purchasing execution process
  • Responsible for integrating production schedules with business planning and forecasting.
  • Supports and ensures site linkage to the Enterprise Supply Chain for Supplier and Supply Chain escalations, Commodity Strategy, Contracts, cost savings, savings tracker, Supply Chain Excellence and harmonized Viant supply chain strategies.
  • Must be a driver of lean manufacturing and a lean culture.
  • Acts as the liaison between operations and customer service to ensure orders are accurate and on time delivery is met.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES/REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business or a technical discipline.
  • 3+ years of experience in Operations or Supply chain
  • 3 - 5 Years of management or supervision experience.
  • APICS certification preferred.
  • Working knowledge of pull systems, problem solving and 5S
  • Knowledge of medical device manufacturing and lean materials management.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead team activities
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong computer and presentation skills

 

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.                                                                                                                                                                                    
 
Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
 

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  • Fort Wayne, IN, USA