VP OF GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN

The VP of Gobal Supply Chain will lead global supply chain organization toward achieving corporate objectives and operational excellence in accordance with company policies, procedures, governmental laws and regulations. This individual will also lead the formulation and implementation of the world-wide S&OP, Worldwide Demand Planning and Forecasting, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development/Management, and global Inventory Strategy with corporate, manufacturing sites, and divisional management. The VP of Global Supply Chain will coordinate product delivery to meet worldwide customer requirements while balancing the restrictions of minimal inventory levels and drive continuous improvement thinking, methodology, tools and processes through all levels of the organization. Lastly, this individual will lead enterprise Supply Chain function with a high level of integrity and influence positive results along the entire supply chain continuum. This is a remote opportunity with approximately 50% travel.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead the Global Supply Chain function. Responsible for the formation and execution of global supply chain strategy. Including, but not limited to, S&OP, Sourcing, Inventory, and business analytics.    Formulate, recommend/implement strategies, establish appropriate metrics, modify existing plans, ensure all areas are following applicable policies, procedures, laws, etc.   Provide strategy and guidance to production, materials management, and procurement; oversee the global cost of supply chain.Drive continuous improvement thinking, methodology, tools and processes through all levels of the organization.Responsible for approximately $300M of inventory.  Set appropriate finished goods and component safety stock levels for Manufacturing plants, Distribution Centers and OEM partners.  Monitor, analyze, disposition excess/obsolete inventory. Ability to manage complex inventory variables.Forecast site demand as part of production planning process. Manage Smoothie and Resources Requirements Planning (RRP) process to set production goals by area.  Review, analyze and recommend changes as needed to the Supply Chain. Communication link between production, Operations, Commercial team, Customer Service, and the rest of company.Provide representation of Design Team and enterprise leadership. Provide stock dates for new products. Coordinate manufacturing integration with simultaneous engineering. Resource for expertise in Bill of Material, MRP, all manufacturing systems.Provide product availability information to Sales, Marketing, Management. Track and report back orders, service level. Maintain product coding in LCSS. Resolve invalid or unshippable customer orders. Maintain planning system expertise for the configuration, setup and execution of the ERP systems.Formulate appropriate organizational structure(s) and talent requirements to effectively implement operational strategies. Develop, recruit and retain competent personnel. Participate in interviewing, hiring and training key personnel. Plan, assign work, appraise performance, reward, performance manage employees, etc.Formulate world-wide supply chain strategy based on current and evolving circumstances. Coordinate  all divisional activities to meet overall corporate wide objectives.Interface with highest level contacts inside and outside company to complete assignments, negotiate/execute major contracts resolve problems, etc.Ability to lead other Operational functions that encompass the entire supply chain process as neededPerform other related duties as requested by Executive Management or Board of Directors.Minimum Requirements:Bachelor degree in operations, supply chain, business or technical field with additional computer training or equivalent. Specialized knowledge or training relative to quality systems regulations requiredTen years in a leadership operations environment This position requires 50%+ travel.Preferred Requirements:MBAMasters in related disciplineLean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)International S&OP/manufacturing/sourcing experience preferred.Other Attributes:Oracle, JDE, ManMan or SAP ERP SystemsSmoothie, Sharepoint, and Reporting warehouse toolsMasterData ManagementLean Practices of Supply ChainWorld-Class methodologies for PPV, Inventory Controls, S&OP, DC Replenishment, Master Scheduling, Shop floor managementThis position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship. Disclosure as required by applicable law, the annual salary range is 120,000-240,000. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education and skill level. The salary range is CONMED's good faith belief at the time of this posting.Benefits:CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.Competitive compensationExcellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverageShort & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMEDRetirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay periodEmployee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted priceTuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level coursesKnow someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives!CONMED is an Equal Opportunity Employer & an Affirmative Action Employer. CONMED is a strong advocate of workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or veteran status. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision reaffirm this commitment.If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-325-5900 option #3.Job SummaryJob number: R7852Date posted : 2024-08-28Profession: Manufacturing & Supply ChainEmployment type: Full time