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CONMED Corporation

Aug 27

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Largo
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 10 years in operations leadership, and ERP knowledge. An MBA, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and international experience are preferred.
  • You will lead global supply chain strategy, manage inventory, oversee production planning, drive continuous improvement, develop talent, and coordinate divisional activities to meet corporate objectives.

Requirements

  • 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 required
  • Ten years in a leadership operations environment
  • Preferred Requirements
  • MBA
  • Masters in related discipline
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)
  • International S&OP/manufacturing/sourcing experience preferred.
  • Other Attributes
  • Oracle, JDE, ManMan or SAP ERP Systems
  • Smoothie, Sharepoint, and Reporting warehouse tools
  • MasterData Management
  • Lean Practices of Supply Chain
  • World-Class methodologies for PPV, Inventory Controls, S&OP, DC Replenishment, Master Scheduling, Shop floor management

Responsibilities

  • Lead 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 needed
  • Perform other related duties as requested by Executive Management or Board of Directors.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the VP of Global Supply Chain?

The primary responsibility is to lead the global supply chain organization toward achieving corporate objectives and operational excellence, including S&OP, demand planning, strategic sourcing, and inventory strategy.

What level of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of ten years in a leadership operations environment is required for this position.

Is an advanced degree preferred for this role?

Yes, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a master's in a related discipline is preferred.

What type of travel is expected for this position?

Approximately 50% travel is expected for this remote opportunity.

What specific inventory responsibility does the VP of Global Supply Chain have?

The VP is responsible for approximately $300M of inventory, including setting safety stock levels and analyzing excess or obsolete inventory.

What tools and systems should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should be familiar with Oracle, JDE, ManMan or SAP ERP systems, as well as tools like Smoothie, Sharepoint, and reporting warehouse tools.

What additional certification is preferred for candidates?

A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) certification is preferred for candidates applying for this position.

Does this position offer employer-based sponsorship?

No, this position is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $240,000, depending on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.

What benefits does CONMED offer?

CONMED offers competitive compensation, excellent healthcare coverage, short and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a dollar-for-dollar match, an employee stock purchase plan, and tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate courses.

Is CONMED an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, CONMED is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer, committed to workforce diversity and non-discrimination.

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CONMED Corporation

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1970
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

CONMED is a global medical technology company that specializes in the development and sale of surgical and patient monitoring products and services that allow our physician customers to deliver high quality care and as a result, enhanced clinical outcomes for their patients. With products that are recognized as technological leaders by the specialties they serve, healthcare professionals within the Orthopedic, Laparoscopic, Robotic & Open Surgery, Gastroenterology & Pulmonology and Cardiology & Critical Care specialties have come to value the CONMED name across the world. Our Mission is to enable healthcare providers around the world to deliver exceptional outcomes for patients, through accessible CONMED solutions. At CONMED our passion and responsibility is for the success of our customers and the patients for whom they care. We empower our customers to succeed by our commitment to integrity, quality, responsiveness and a relentless focus to deliver accessible CONMED solutions. Our talented employees and culture are the foundation of our success. CONMED is headquartered in beautiful, sunny Largo Florida (near Tampa), and employs approximately 3500 people worldwide. Our employees are located in manufacturing, distribution or design facilities across the United States and in sales offices throughout the world. Our domestic locations include: Largo, FL, Denver, CO, Westborough, MA, Utica, NY and Atlanta, GA. Our international facilities and presence spans more than 20 locations throughout Europe, Australia, Latin America, Asia, North America and the Middle East. CONMED.... Imagine what we could do together.