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Vice President, Supply Chain

About the Company

Accomplished contract manufacturer of medical devices

Industry
Medical Devices

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Supply Chain to play a pivotal role in its next stage of growth. The successful candidate will be a key strategic partner, leading supply chain and procurement across all the company's locations. This includes developing and executing short and long-term supply chain and procurement plans, overseeing purchasing and sourcing, and driving the implementation of best practices to enhance capabilities, reduce risk, and increase efficiency. The role demands a hands-on, energetic manager with a continuous improvement approach, strong financial acumen, and the ability to negotiate and manage vendor relationships effectively. The VP, Supply Chain will also be responsible for leading a team, mentoring, and ensuring the integration of new standards and processes.

Applicants must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in supply chain and purchasing, with over 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within a medical CDMOs or OEMs environment. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in value creation, a strategic business partner, and the ability to work in an entrepreneurial manner. Experience with high-growth, acquisitive businesses, and a background in private equity is highly valued. The ideal candidate will be a certified professional in purchasing, with advanced knowledge of MRP systems, and possess a Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred). The position offers a compelling opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing, market-leading company, with the potential for significant wealth creation through equity investment and incentives.

Hiring Manager Title
Chief Executive Officer

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Operations
• General Management

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family. Purpose Statement Rich Products is embarking on an exciting journey to transform our core operational system (S/4HANA) and processes to reimagine the way we work by introducing new digital capabilities and replacing numerous platforms and non-standard processes with a newer digital platform and simplified, standardized processes. We are currently hiring for an Order to Cash Transformation Manager. In this riole, you will execute support for the Galileo (S/4HANA) Program. This role will be responsible for: coordination of Order to Cash program accountabilities, providing leadership across markets as well as, influencing and support of the organizational change as we transform the business. This role supports activities in our LATAM market, and as such, candidates need to be bi-lingual English and Spanish speaking. We are happy to consider remote applicants with expected travel (both idomestic and international) of around 25%. Key Accountabilities and Outcomes 60 % Leadership, Influence and Strategy • Serve as critical liaison between Enterprise stakeholders and the Galileo (S/4HANA) team. • Provide guidance and support to Order to Cash process associates on a regular basis related to the Galileo Program. • Partner closely with the Order to Cash functional leaders, regional leaders, and associates to understand how the Order to Cash Process is executed today enterprise-wide; as well as identifying improvements in the Order to Cash processes and systems as we move into future state design. • Similarly, partner with adjacent process owners (es: IBP (Integrated Business Planning), Sales, Marketing, etc.) to identify, recommend and influence process improvement opportunities that will positively impact the Order to Cash process overall. • Understand system connectivity and how the data and tools can be used to drive decision making across the enterprise. • Participate in key design decisions related to our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Global Template & S4/HANA design strategy. • Facilitate communication and collaboration between the business, Order to Cash stakeholders, OTC IT team and Galileo Supply Chain Leaders. • Develop subject matter expertise and drive adoption of Order to Cash elements that make sense for their business – including best practices around supply chain activities. • Develop relationships with Order to Cash associates around the globe. Leverage these relationships to ensure the Galileo (S/4HANA) Program operates with an enterprise mindset. 40% Execution • Participate, and in some cases facilitate, critical Galileo work needed to ready the organization for the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Global Template phase of the project (ie: research, analysis, workshop participation, etc.). These accountabilities will continue as the project progresses into later phases. • Support Organizational Change Management (OCM) activities, in conjunction with Organizational Change Management Lead. • Support development of training plan and execution of training content, in conjunction with Galileo Training Lead. Support go-live activities, virtually or on-site, as required. Support localization activities while balancing the goals of simple, standard, global solutions. • Participate and/or support additional Galileo objectives (S/4HANA Transformation program), as needed. Develop in-depth understanding of Order to Cash S/4HANA functionality and the application to the Order to Cash Process. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience • 10 years of order management, or relevant Order to Cash process experience • BS degree. Business or Mathematics preferred • Bilingual English/Spanish • Knowledge of SAP or other ERP system • Knowledge of Sales and Marketing functions • Knowledge of Transportation and Warehousing functions • Knowledge and experience in executing change management • Knowledge of business process management and a passion for driving process excellence • Experience in stakeholder management and bringing together groups to execute on a common mission • Experience in cross-functional facilitation, collaboration, and being a change agent • Ability to challenge the status quo, find new solutions, and drive out of the box ideas • Strong PC skills, proficiency with Windows, Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Knowledge of Salesforce and Power BI preferred • Project management and training experience preferred • Strong decision-making skills preferred LI-NT1 TransformationAC COMPENSATION In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location. Annual Range/Hourly Rate $01,313.42 - 151,970.14 Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity , standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

• Serve as a key liaison between Supply Chain business partners and IT, with a strong emphasis on end-to-end Supply Chain management experience-including procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier collaboration.
• Applies techniques to gather complex business requirements and ensure business need is met, and proactively drives adoption change related to tools and processes.
• Leads small projects / application enhancements collaborating with other teams, has in depth knowledge on the application / application suite pertaining to a specific business area, and is a key player in larger-scope projects as a functional analyst resource.
• Conduct needs assessments, gather systems requirements, identify application solutions, and determine integration strategies to optimize Supply Chain processes.
• Work closely with Supply Chain business partners to conceptualize and improve business processes, applying information technology as a strategic asset.
• Ensure that implemented solutions satisfy business requirements and are delivered in a timely manner to support operational excellence.
• Act as a liaison between the Technology department, Supply Chain departments, and external vendors.
• Contribute to application support for all Supply Chain systems and applications.
• Align and coordinate with other Technology departments to define and implement standard tools.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Supply Chain processes and SAP, collaborating with the SAP technical support team throughout all stages of implementation, development, and ongoing support.
• Lead process development and redevelopment sessions to drive continuous improvement.
• Conducts needs assessments and/or process facilitation with Supply Chain to identify key system solutions, information, and integration requirements, facilitates integration of disparate systems, and supports in documentation and training for projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or other related field required.

• Prefer a minimum of 3-5 years of direct setup/configuration experience with SAP Materials Management and Warehouse Management modules.

• Stakeholder Relationships
• Oral & Written Communication
• Results Oriented
• Active Learning
• Digital Literacy

• Requirements Gathering and Analysis
• System and Process Analysis
• IT Support
• Documentation Preparation
• Technical Solution Evaluation
• Stakeholder Engagement
• System Architecture
• Technical Solution Design
• Project Management

United Engines is Now Hiring a Supply Chain Product Coordinator at 555 W Reno, Oklahoma City, OK 73127. The Supply Chain Product Coordinator is a key operational role responsible for managing the full lifecycle of product sales; from order entry and procurement to production tracking and final invoicing. This position ensures accuracy, efficiency, and compliance by coordinating with sales, suppliers, service, and finance teams. With a strong focus on process execution and cross-functional collaboration, the Supply Chain Product Coordinator helps drive customer satisfaction and operational success.

Responsibilities

Summary: The Product Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of product sales from order entry to invoicing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Any one position may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions within this classification.

• Participating in the quoting process as needed by the sales team (confirming product availability, cost, lead time, etc.)

• Entering sales orders in Oracle per the sales order summary and cost sheets provided by

sales team.

• Entering WIP jobs for capturing freight costs, labor, and materials required to complete

a product per customer requirement and maintaining accurate material demand for parts purchasing.

• Entering purchase orders for the product in Oracle and placing with the vendor, through email or supplier portal as applicable

• Tracking and updating the progress of purchase orders, WIP jobs, and sales orders through maintaining Oracle delivery/completion dates, updating status through the Open Sales Order Status Report, and maintaining communication with the sales team so that they can update customers.

• Coordinating work to be done by the branch service team and following up to ensure timely completion.

• Monitoring customer credit hold status on sales orders and following up with AR team to ensure timely resolution so that equipment can be procured

• Monitoring PO receipts and ensuring invoicing issues are resolved in a timely fashion with AP team.

• Monitoring parts requirements for WIP jobs and coordinating with parts purchasing team to ensure items are available for unit completion as expected.

• Verifying costs are reasonable and fully included on WIP jobs, completing and closing jobs to inventory in a timely fashion.

• Arranging inbound/outbound freight as applicable.

• Generating pick tickets for product ready to ship; ship-confirming (invoicing) upon receipt of BOL from shipping department.

• Ensuring all required documents are attached to sales orders and PO’s for audit requirements.

• Using open PO/SO/WIP jobs reports to monitor past-due items and resolve/reschedule accordingly, reaching out to involved departments and updating sales team as needed

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Demonstrates quality work through accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.

• Exhibits efficiency in problem solving by identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.

• Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills and share expertise with others.

• Commitment to a standard of excellence in customer service.

• Shows adaptability by effectively responding to frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Exhibits superior dependability by consistently arriving to work on time and as scheduled.

• Contributes to building a positive team environment through commitment, respect and communication.

• Demonstrates professionalism by acting with integrity, high moral standards and personal accountability.

• Shows organizational support by consistently following policy and procedures.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Undergraduate degree in supply chain or general business field.

• Previous experience in procurement department strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of materials, products, and the commodity market in area of specialization.

• Skill in preparing and analyzing complex technical specifications and bids.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

• Prefer candidates with a working knowledge of warehouse and inventory operations.

• Experience with and knowledge of inventory software and programs.

• Strong calculative and analytical skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be able to meet required deadlines and manage time effectively.

• Ability to utilize desktop computer systems, hardware and operating systems.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

• Work in air conditioned office, outside and workshop.

• Will be required on occasion to work more than 8 hours on one shift.

• Requires occasional bending, stooping, lifting and carrying.

• Reaching or handling with arms, hands and fingers.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with fingers (i.e. frequent typing)

• Normal vision with or without corrective lenses.

General Description:

The Director, Supply Chain Operations is based in the local entity this position supports and reports directly to the AVP, Supply Chain Operations. This position is accountable for the collaborative integration, implementation, and optimization of the OU Health Operations strategy at the entity level in close coordination with the AVP, Supply Chain Operations. This position is responsible for Supply Chain departmental logistics operations for the assigned entity, including implementing standardized system-developed supply chain strategic plans and policies, overseeing all local Supply Chain Operations functions (Distribution/Receiving/Materials Operations/Warehousing/Parts/Inventory), directing Supply Chain operations staff, managing local vendor relationships and serving as a Supply Chain champion and liaison to entity department directors/managers, other clinicians and physicians.

This position also is responsible for working with any and all key business and operational stakeholders within their specific entity as well as their peers within Supply Chain; participating in, leading, and partnering with others on OU Health Operations strategic integration efforts and programs; executing strategic plans around OU Health Operations initiatives; ensuring a compliant, effective, and streamlined operational Supply Chain experience at the entity for business and patient constituent groups; and assisting entity efforts for system contract implementation, conversion and compliance efforts through their respective entity.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: efficient and effective management of daily onsite operations of receiving and distribution, contract management, vendor management, fiscal management, customer management, personnel management, oversight of special projects including capital acquisition for construction, and process improvements. Active coordination with clinical and financial leadership teams to accomplish needs unique to the entity. Active coordination with other OU Health Supply Chain leaders to foster standardization, integration, and alignment with OU Health system initiatives and direction.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

Position Dimensions and Impact on OU Health

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure that the hospital onsite supply chain operations are cost effective and meet customer's expectations.
• Demonstrate the ability within a team assignment to take a lead role in interpreting and applying resolution techniques; management of diversity in the workplace; effective communication and active listening skills, consensus-building and critical thinking and strategic problem resolution practices in order to achieve team goals.
• Participate as a member of the varied OU Health committees; make presentations and represent OU Health Supply Chain on boards, commissions, associations and committees as requested and approved by the Vice President, Supply Chain of OU Health.
• Provide oversight to onsite teams including inventory control, receiving, and central stores staff to ensure collaborative relationships with supported departments, physicians, and clinicians within the facilities in order to achieve OU Health strategic goals and initiatives while reducing total cost of patient care and improving patient outcomes.
• Function as a member of the OU Health Supply Chain leadership team, participating in the development of operating and capital budgets, strategic programs, policies, and plans for the effective operation of the health system and the local entity.
• Responsible to partner with OU Health leadership to pursue opportunities for reduction of expenses in equipment, supplies, and purchased service areas for all aspects of the supply chain.
• Deliver cost savings and value maximization to the total cost of ownership of equipment, supplies and services while fulfilling the mission of OU Health.
• Assure appropriate Internal Control processes are in place across the procurement cycle functions and are promulgated throughout the entity.
• Responsible for compliance with all governing rules, regulatory requirements, and procedures related to inventory and mobile equipment management, including the monitoring and oversight of accountable departments as well as organization-wide performance.
• Strategic planning and coordinating the supply, material flow, and storage of inventory from the supplier to end users including proactive inventory management based off key performance indicators, cycle counting and First In- First Out (FIFO) inventory methodology.
• Consult and collaborate with other entity and OU Health leaders to coordinate and implement interdepartmental operating procedures which improve service to our patients and colleagues.
• Create a culture within Supply Chain of commitment to impeccable customer service, responding to and handling patient or public feedback related to all aspects of supply chain activities.
• Implement and employ relevant performance and quality metrics for Supply Chain activities with a focus on process improvement, service enhancement and improved automation.
• Demonstrate creativity, imagination, strategic planning and good judgment in developing, organizing and implementing ideas and programs.
• Controlling the flow of products to ensure arrival according to schedule and specifications to maximize efficiency and quality related to patient care.
• Monitoring the quality, quantity, cost, and efficiency of the movement and storage of supplies; find cost effective ways to distribute supplies & materials to various end users throughout the entity.
• Supply distribution includes par level replenishment system, department requisitions, stat stores requests, and other unscheduled supply delivery requirements.
• Analyzing data to monitor performance and plan improvements and demand.
• Coordinating and controlling the order cycle.
• Create policies or procedures for all onsite Supply Chain activities.
• Maintain key performance indicators, reports, process documentation, customer service logs, or training or safety records.
• Managing costs related to logistics and that the cost stays within the allocated budget and initiate plans to reduce costs.
• Provide professional leadership and strategic direction and oversight to an appropriately prepared staff by actively recruiting and hiring exceptional staff; plan, assign and evaluate the work of that staff; and provide creative instruction and feedback to that staff on contemporary methods and procedures for a workplace that values diversity.
• Plan and implement organizational changes necessary to ensure alignment with the direction of the entity and OU Health.
• Lead, direct and motivate diverse workers within a team-based assignment; effectively managing change in the workplace.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a high-volume environment where great emphasis is placed on customer service, strategic and critical problem-solving skills.
• Develop and implement effective monitoring systems including key performance indicators to help set and measure goals to ensure performance objectives are met; laws, rules, regulations and policies are followed in meeting the goals of the entity and OU Health.
• Establish well-defined metrics for departmental activities; work with all applicable entity and OU Health databases.
• Ensure the dissemination of accurate Supply Chain data by producing clear, concise and appropriate reports.

• General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

Education: Bachelors degree required. Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Healthcare Administration, Finance, or similar is preferred.

Experience: 5 to 7 years of progressive leadership experience required, including at least 2 or more years in a supply chain management or project management role required.

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: None required. Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) through American Hospital Association preferred. Lean/Six Sigma or similar process improvement program is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Leadership

• Uses principles of effective leadership to motivate, lead, and inspire others. Strong leadership, facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to lead successful teams of individuals, motivate project participants, and communicate effectively at all levels across the system.
• Demonstrated business understanding and ability to balance people/ organizational decisions with business considerations
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, effective working relationships with a variety internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective verbal and written communication to a variety of stakeholders from executives to staff and strong interpersonal skills are required. Able to rapidly summarize information and present to others
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to lead successful teams of individuals, motivate project participants, and communicate effectively at all levels across the system.
• Demonstrated business acumen. Must be a strategic thinker, self-motivated and have excellent problem solving and project management skills. Proven ability to solve complex problems effectively and manage multiple high priority deliverables.

Process, Quality and Service Improvement

• Strong attention to detail and outstanding analytical skills
• Demonstrated planning and project management skills
• Proven ability to anticipate and respond proactively in a dynamic environment
• Proven ability to establish and articulate strategic priorities and objectives
• Proven ability to organize multiple projects, schedules, demand and to meet shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to study, understand, adapt and respond effectively to a constantly changing environment.
• Performs challenging tasks efficiently and effectively
• Anticipates problems and takes corrective action prior to completing the task
• Sets challenging objectives and works against self-defined standards of excellence to continually improve personal performance
• Anticipates and takes personal responsibility for customer satisfaction and service excellence
• Consistently goes out of the way to listen, understand, and support the needs of others in a sensitive manner

Human Resource/Personnel Management

• Demonstrates management skills and ability to work effectively to build relationships with colleagues, customers, and executive management through positive interaction
• Proven ability to foster prime vendor relationships that will drive toward a successful partnership.
• Listens with sensitivity and openness
• Actively seeks constructive feedback and remains open and receptive to it
• Anticipates the information needs of others
• Proven skills in communicating with technical staff, and customers
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts through diplomatic facilitation, sound negotiation skills and consensus building techniques.

Information Management

• Must understand supply chain requirements in healthcare environments with multiple logistical concerns and issues.
• Must know the Purchasing software capabilities of the MMIS.
• This position must support standardized systems that can be carried out and maintained by site based leadership to be successful.
• Proficiency with the MS-Office suite of products, Outlook, and MMIS. Must know the Purchasing software capabilities of the MMIS.

Supply Chain

• Able to rapidly summarize information and present to others
• Demonstrated track record of developing and implementing successful and comprehensive supply chain programs.
• Experience in supply chain in a large hospital, multiple campus facility preferred.
• Experience using metrics to drive decisions and working with external vendors.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of multiple Supply Chain functional areas.
• Proven ability to foster prime vendor relationships that will drive toward a successful partnership.