Associate Director, Global Supply Chain Analytics & Network Modeling

Vantive • Deerfield, IL

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About The Position

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver. We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities. Your role at Vantive Lead the End-to-End Supply Chain advanced analytics and network optimization team to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, model, and implement data-driven solutions across the Supply Chain (Plan, Source, Make, and Deliver). Drive process optimization initiatives to streamline operations, improve productivity, and ensure exceptional customer service

Requirements

• Master’s in engineering, Business, Finance, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field or equivalent experience
• 7+ of experience in Supply Chain, healthcare services and/or specialty pharmacy service
• 5+ years of experience working on large-scale or multi-faceted projects.
• In-depth understanding of Analytical and Network Modeling tools
• Good understanding of data management, analytics and visualization tools and their applications such as SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI.
• Good understanding of big data technologies and cloud platforms (e.g. Oracle, AWS, etc.).
• Outstanding leadership capabilities by sponsoring and directing projects with extensive scope and cross-functional impact, fostering collaboration across departmental boundaries.
• Ability to work closely with different supply chain and business teams in different regions to implement data driven analytics tools to improve their regional and global financial performances.
• Manage a team of analysts in deploying data-driven decision-making tools and processes to increase efficiency.
• Establish and apply global KPIs in coordination with global and regional IT and ERP teams.
• Supervise the design and use of advanced analytical models and predictive algorithms to identify trends, opportunities, and improvement areas utilizing new ERP system features.
• Proven ability of driving results through both self and team leadership.
• Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Aptitude in digital supply chain transformation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• English required.

Nice To Haves

• Lean/six sigma training and certification preferred.
• Other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute advanced analytics strategies, including predictive and prescriptive modeling for scenario planning and strategic decision-making.
• Provide leadership in data analytics, translating complex insights into actionable business strategies.
• Establish, implement, and assess lagging and leading key performance indicators to achieve global Fulfillment success metrics.
• Function as the Supply Chain subject expert for Master Data and Analytics, supporting the implementation of IT data strategy.
• Oversee global network modeling to optimize cost, service levels, and supply chain resilience across all functions and regions.
• Lead network optimization initiatives to evaluate distribution center footprints, transportation flows, and Fulfillment models.
• Design advanced scenario modeling and what-if analysis to assess cost, service level, and inventory trade-offs
• Develop and maintain network models leveraging best-in-class optimization software tools (e.g., Sophus, Llamasoft, Coupa, Blue Yonder, ALX or equivalent)
• Design, implement, and optimize business and supply chain processes to enhance efficiency with a strong emphasis on analytical tools.
• Identify and execute opportunities for operational efficiency and financial performance enhancement.
• Provide fact-based recommendations on warehouse placement, capacity planning, routing strategies, and inventory positioning.
• Form and manage a team, offering guidance and support for skill development within the organization.
• Create a collaborative, engaging environment that encourages cross-functional teamwork, even amid ambiguity and uncertainty.

Benefits

• Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (“Aon PEP”), Vantive’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future.
• The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently.
• The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level