Operations and Distribution Associate

Applied Medical•Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

10d

About The Position

Applied Medical is a new-generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute to a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions. We are excited to launch our next Operations and Distribution Associate cohort starting early November 2026. The Operations and Distribution Associate supports Applied Medical’s distribution and supply chain operations through a structured, cross‑functional rotational program designed to develop foundational business, systems, and operational expertise. This role provides hands‑on exposure to key departments including contracts, pricing, customer relations, field operations, warehouse operations, and shipping. The Operations and Distribution associate contributes to daily operational activities, enterprise system support, and process improvement initiatives while building a strong understanding of end‑to‑end distribution operations, enterprise resource planning systems, and quality‑driven business processes within a medical device manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or operations and supply chain management or a closely related field.
Demonstrate leadership capability through academic, professional, or project‑based experience.
Show curiosity and interest in an operations or business career within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Take initiative and drive positive change through continuous improvement and problem‑solving efforts.
Collaborate effectively as a team player in a dynamic and fast‑changing work environment.
Prioritize projects and daily tasks while maintaining flexibility as business needs evolve.
Apply problem‑solving and data analysis skills to operational and systems‑related challenges.
Communicate clearly and professionally through strong written and verbal communication.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate interest in operations management, data analytics, or information systems.
Apply intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
Possess experience with Systems, Applications, and Products software or other enterprise resource planning platforms.
Understand process‑driven work environments and structured operational workflows.

Responsibilities

Participate in a structured rotational program by training and shadowing team members across customer relations, field operations, warehouse operations, shipping, contracts, pricing, business operations, and project management.
Learn core business processes and operational workflows by actively supporting day‑to‑day activities within each department.
Complete on‑the‑job training and workshops to develop technical, analytical, and operational skills.
Use enterprise systems and software platforms including Systems, Applications, and Products software and enterprise resource planning and material requirements planning systems.
Support and maintain business systems that serve distribution, operations, and customer‑facing teams.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities, presenting findings, and supporting implementation efforts.
Assist with system implementations and enhancements by participating in testing, documentation, and rollout activities.
Perform departmental operational tasks such as processing transactions, running reports, managing projects, and evaluating workflows.
Participate in capacity planning efforts by supporting resource analysis and operational planning activities.
Learn quality control procedures and standard operating procedures to understand regulatory, compliance, and documentation requirements.
Collaborate with senior team members to support enterprise systems and business processes across distribution and operations functions.