Senior Manager, Supply Chain

About the role

New World Medical is a mission-driven company focused on preserving and enhancing vision through innovative ophthalmic surgical devices. We partner closely with eye care professionals to deliver tools that improve clinical outcomes and patient care. We are guided by our core values of Gratitude, Collaboration, and Impact, and we strive to make a meaningful impact in eye health worldwide. We are proud to donate surgical equipment to charitable organizations to expand access to quality eye care.

Responsibilities

• Own the performance of planning, procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations across the business
• Ensure materials are consistently available to support production with minimal disruptions
• Reduce dependency on expediting by building forward-looking plans
• Lead a team of buyer/planners and warehouse personnel with clear expectations and accountability
• Promote consistency and strategic focus in a high-energy, results-driven environment
• Build and Own Inventory Strategy
• Define and implement safety stock policies based on supplier risk, lead time, and part criticality
• Eliminate imbalance between excess inventory and material shortages
• Create visibility into inventory health and risk across the organization
• Drive disciplined, data-based decision making rather than reactive adjustments
• Partner with cross-functional teams to make strategic inventory decisions
• Create repeatable systems and planning processes that improve reliability and reduce variability
• Lead supply planning activities and improve forecast alignment with operations
• Partner in the design and implementation of MRP systems and tools
• Establish clear planning routines (weekly/monthly) with defined ownership
• Bring structure and clarity to an environment that lacks consistent planning processes
• Transform the supply chain from reactive to structured and predictable
• Develop and standardize processes across: Inventory management, Supplier performance management, Procurement workflow
• Use data and metrics to drive continuous improvement and decision making
• Bring order and clarity to areas with limited structure today
• Work effectively across functions to align decisions and reduce risk
• Provide clear supply chain input into supplier selection and product decisions
• Communicate risks, trade-offs, and recommendations in a direct and constructive way
• Build trust by being consistent, transparent, and solutions-oriented
• Build capability and structure within the supply chain team
• Set clear goals and performance expectations for direct reports
• Coach and develop team members to improve capability and ownership
• Foster a team culture that values structure, accountability, and collaboration
• Ensure the team operates with discipline and consistency

Requirements

• Familiarity with LEAN practices and processes i.e. 6S / problem solving / process improvement / daily management/ Takt time / one-piece flow / standard work etc.
• Demonstrated cost savings/productivity projects required.
• Working knowledge of financial and budgetary experience.
• Knowledge of medical device design control process and strategic involvement throughout different phases.
• Strong SAP knowledge and understanding of ERP systems used for Procurement and Production.
• In-depth understanding of medical device manufacturing techniques, methodologies, and philosophies.
• Knowledge and experience with external standards: ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and 21 CFR 820 (FDA cGMP/QSR), EU MDD, TGA, MHW, especially pertaining to product development, good manufacturing practices, supplier auditing & management, quality control (GD&T, MRB, etc.), CAPA and customer complaints.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in Supply Chain and/or Production with a minimum of 5+ years in the medical device/biotech/pharma industry.
• BA Degree in Business/Supply Chain or Business field.
• Experience in Medical Device industry or in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience in supply chain, logistical, warehousing or distribution is a must.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office and travel to and from office buildings to access file cabinets, employee offices, office machinery, etc.
• This may include, but is not limited to, bending and walking.
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a computer printer, computer keyboard, calculator, etc.
• Able to listen and speak with employees and vendors.
• Ability to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• View and type on computer screens for extended periods of time.

Pay

$175,000 - $195,000 + Bonus