Director of Supply Chain

Gifthealth Inc•Columbus, OH

just now•Onsite

About The Position

At Gifthealth, we're revolutionizing the way people experience healthcare by simplifying the process of managing prescriptions and health services. Our mission is to provide a seamless, personalized, and efficient healthcare experience for all our customers. We're a dynamic, innovative, and customer-centric company dedicated to making a positive impact on people's lives. The Director of Supply Chain is a strategic leader responsible for designing, building, and optimizing Gifthealth’s end-to-end supply chain across procurement, inventory strategy, distribution, cold chain logistics, and network operations. This role owns the supply chain vision and execution, ensuring a scalable, resilient, and cost-effective infrastructure that supports rapid growth and exceptional patient outcomes. This leader will operate as a key cross-functional partner to Operations, Pharmacy, Finance, and Executive Leadership—driving enterprise-level planning, supplier strategy, and network optimization while ensuring best-in-class compliance within a highly regulated healthcare environment. The Director will balance long-term strategy with hands-on execution, building the systems, partnerships, and team required to support a high-growth pharmacy and fulfillment network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field
10–15+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience, preferably within healthcare, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated environments
Proven experience building and scaling supply chain functions in high-growth organizations
Deep expertise in inventory planning, procurement strategy, and distribution network design
Strong knowledge of cold chain logistics and regulatory requirements (DSCSA, FDA, DEA, USP)
Demonstrated success influencing executive stakeholders and driving cross-functional alignment
Experience implementing supply chain systems and analytics tools
Strategic Thinking & Execution
End-to-End Supply Chain Ownership
Financial & Commercial Acumen
Supplier Negotiation & Relationship Management
Data-Driven Decision Making
Regulatory & Risk Management Expertise
Change Leadership & Scalability Mindset

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with company growth, patient demand, and financial targets
Design and optimize the end-to-end supply chain network, including sourcing, warehousing, fulfillment, and last-mile distribution
Lead capacity planning and network scalability initiatives to support rapid volume growth and geographic expansion
Establish long-term roadmaps for automation, systems, and infrastructure investments
Own sourcing strategy for pharmaceuticals, cold chain packaging, and critical supplies, ensuring continuity, cost efficiency, and quality
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, including contract negotiation and performance management
Mitigate supply risk through diversification strategies, forecasting, and contingency planning
Partner with Finance to manage cost of goods, margin optimization, and budget forecasting
Lead demand planning and inventory optimization strategies to balance availability, waste reduction, and working capital efficiency
Implement advanced forecasting models aligned with prescription volume, seasonality, and growth projections
Establish inventory policies, safety stock strategies, and replenishment frameworks across all sites
Own the strategy and execution of temperature-controlled logistics across the full distribution lifecycle
Drive innovation in cold chain packaging, shipping methods, and vendor partnerships to improve reliability and reduce cost
Ensure temperature integrity, compliance, and operational excellence across all distribution channels
Partner closely with warehouse and pharmacy operations to ensure seamless execution of supply chain strategies
Implement KPIs, dashboards, and analytics to measure performance across cost, service level, and quality metrics
Lead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Identify and deploy technology solutions (WMS, TMS, forecasting tools) to enhance scalability and visibility
Ensure full compliance with all applicable regulations, including DSCSA, FDA, DEA, USP standards, and state requirements
Partner with Quality and Compliance teams to maintain audit readiness and implement CAPA initiatives
Develop and maintain risk management frameworks for supply disruption, temperature excursions, and product integrity
Collaborate with Facilities and Engineering on site strategy, layout optimization, and expansion planning
Provide supply chain input into buildouts, automation investments, and workflow design
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing supply chain organization across planning, procurement, and logistics
Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and development pathways for team members
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement