Director of Supply Chain

<p><strong>About the company:</strong></p> <p>Viant is a global medical device partner providing design, development, manufacturing, and assembly services through capabilities in materials, plastics, metals, extrusion, and automation. With nearly 6,000 employees across 24 locations worldwide, it delivers high-quality, life-enhancing products with the scale and expertise to bring devices to market efficiently. Learn more at Viant Medical’s website or on LinkedIn.</p> <p><strong>About the role:</strong></p> <p>As Supply Chain Director, you will lead and enhance the supply chain function across multiple Viant locations, covering demand and capacity planning, inventory and supply planning, and new product introductions. You will drive continuous improvement and be accountable for key metrics such as On-Time Delivery, Backorders, and Inventory Days on Hand, while balancing strategic development with hands-on execution of processes and procedures.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Work Model: </strong>Remote - anywhere from the United States</li> <li><strong>Travel Requirement: </strong>50% -75% travel across Viant locations in the US; Costa Rica; Tijuana, BC; and Vega Baja, PR sites. </li> </ul> <p><strong>What you will'do:</strong></p> <p><strong>Systems:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Establish and optimize the use of Viant’s ERP and advanced planning systems functionality for Planning, Scheduling, Capacity Analysis, Demand Management, Order Management, Inventory Management and other Supply Chain functions. </li> <li>Act as subject matter expert for ERP functionality as it relates directly or indirectly to Supply Chain and Manufacturing.</li> <li>Establish optimal inventory levels necessary to achieve target service levels</li> <li>Develop standards of operation to ensure accurate inventory records</li> <li>Assist the plants with aggressive inventory plans and projects to achieve days on hand targets</li> <li>Establish and oversee the master scheduling process at the individual site locations and globally. </li> <li>Ensure consistent and visible production expectations that meet the long-term supply plans and achieve our service level goal of 95% On time delivery. </li> <li>Develop methodology and assist site Production Planners with systematic management of work orders and shop floor schedules.</li> <li>Develop and maintain capacity models (inside ERP) for production and supply chain at each manufacturing site. </li> <li>Identify capacity constraints and mitigate them to optimize throughput. </li> <li>Lead continuous improvement of the SIOP process with business unit executives, site management teams and Commercial. </li> <li>Collaborate with the commercial team to establish robust demand plans.</li> <li>Collaborate with individual sites to establish and maintain long-term supply plans using systematic planning tools. </li> <li>Develop standard work and daily management systems to link the SIOP plan to the daily site production execution and financial results</li> <li>Ensure master data integrity in key systems through process monitoring and control.</li> <li>Collaborate cross-functionally with management and workforces across multiple locations. </li> <li>Communicate complex issues and solutions to multiple audiences including executive management, production management and subject matter experts. </li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <p><strong>Education:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s Degree required</li> <li>Master’s Degree in Supply Chain related field or Business Administration is preferred</li> <li>APICS Certification is preferred</li> </ul> <p><strong>Job Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li>4+ years of experience leading change in a manufacturing environment. Open to aerospace, automotive, or food industry backgrounds, with medical device experience preferred.</li> <li>6+ years' experience in development and implementation of world class supply chain business processes & practices Demonstrated success in leading adoption and improvement of ERP planning tools (preferably Oracle, IQMS or KINAXIS) in a multi-site manufacturing environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ability to travel up to 50%-75% to Viant sites (U.S., Costa Rica, Tijuana, and Vega Baja, PR)</li> <li>Dual language English and Spanish preferred</li> <li>Strong interpersonal skills</li> <li>Must demonstrate advanced ERP and Presentation skills and work at all levels of the organization.   </li> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li> <li>Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits: </strong></p> <ul> <li>New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire!</li> <li>Medical, dental, and vision benefits</li> <li>Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits</li> <li>Generous Paid time off and 10 paid Holidays</li> <li>401k Plan with Company Match</li> <li>Tuition Reimbursement</li> <li>Voluntary Universal Life and Long-Term Care</li> <li>Voluntary Legal Plan</li> <li>Pet Insurance</li> <li>Home Ownership Program</li> </ul><div>Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.                                                                                                                                                                                    </div> <div> </div> <div>Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.</div> <div> </div> <!--_dfFormat_=html-->

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