Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About Spectrum Vascular

Spectrum Vascular is an innovative medical device company focused on vascular access and medication management. Our mission is to improve the lives of patients worldwide by providing caregivers with high quality, innovative products with exceptional customer service. We are a
company that was formed through the acquisition of a portfolio of trusted products that have been widely used by customers for decades. Innovation has been a core strategic pillar throughout our history and many of our products have been designed to deliver antimicrobial and antithrombogenic protection or to support certain patient populations such as those who are critically ill and pediatrics. This role represents a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and
growing team with established products and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Role Description:

The Sr. Manager, Supply Chain & Planning plays a key role in overseeing the coordination, execution, and optimization of the contract manufacturing and planning processes within Spectrum Vascular's supply chain. This role will support the process to assure coordination between vendors, contract manufacturing, sterilizer, and the 3PL warehouse. The role will also support/ lead the demand planning and S&OP process for the various product lines.

Role Responsibilities:

• Demand Forecasting: In collaboration with sales and operations, analyze historical data, market trends/consumption, and sales forecasts to predict demand for vascular access products. Provide updates to management on forecast variance.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of work in process and finished products to prevent shortages or overstock situations. Optimize inventory levels to include considerations such as shelf life, lead times, and planning schedules.
• Production Planning: Work with the contract manufacturing organization (CMO) to develop production schedules and plans based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacities, and ensure timely availability of products.
• Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers, distributors, and logistics partners to maintain an efficient supply chain. Manage relationships with external partners to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain such as delays in raw material delivery, regulatory changes, or quality issues. Develop contingency plans to mitigate these risks and maintain continuity in the supply chain.
• Procurement: Manage and maintain purchase orders with vendors. Ensure master data for vendor and item management is maintained. Execute replenishment purchase orders and work with Vendors to make changes and/or prioritize based on demand.
• Product Complaint Notification: interaction with Quality for triage and Customer Service / 3PL to coordinate product returns and investigation.
• Vendor Performance & Supply:
• Maintain Approved Supplier List (ASL) as well as measure performance of vendors with KPI's such as on time delivery, quality, and cost.
• Maintain supplier and quality agreements.
• Create, maintain and communicate Vendor Supply forecasts, based on a 12-month rolling forecast; Set priorities with vendors on open and planned future purchase orders as well as ensuring delivery dates are accurate.
• Process Improvement: Continuously review and optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance.
• Compliance and Regulation: Ensure that all activities adhere to regulatory requirements and quality standards imposed by regulatory bodies like the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) or other relevant agencies. This involves maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or minimum of 5-10 years of experience in supply chain planning/ production planning in a medical device or other regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management and planning principles – APICS certification preferred.
• Ability to analyze complex data, forecast demand, and make data-driven decisions to optimize production and planning processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in using and managing an ERP system (SAP, NetSuite, etc.)
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of accuracy.
• Willing to roll up sleeves and support where needed.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office (MS Project)
• Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach with a high sense of urgency and drive for results
• Demonstrated communication, problem-solving, leadership, and negotiation/decision - making skills.
• Ability to think outside of the box and challenge the status quo.
• Natural entrepreneurial spirit with unrelenting dedication to delivering results.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
• Natural collaborator who enjoys working on a cross-functional team
• Remote-based
• Dynamic, interactive, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial environment; Travel – up to 35%

Spectrum Vascular is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. Spectrum Vascular does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion,
national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

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