Regional Manager

Smith+Nephew•Minneapolis, MN

9d•$113,000 - $197,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. As a Field Logistics Regional Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in our US Supply Chain organization. You are part of the last mile that makes a real difference in hospitals and surgery centers every day, ensuring our products and instruments are exactly where they need to be to support better patient outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to lead teams, influence strategy, and drive operational excellence across a complex and fast paced field environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
7 to 10 years of experience in logistics, operations, supply chain, or a related analytical or consulting role
Strong leadership experience with direct responsibility for people management and performance development
Proven ability to analyze inventory and operational data to drive decision making and efficiency
Experience working in regulated environments with strong compliance requirements
Willingness to travel up to 50 percent

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as APICS, Six Sigma, Lean, or Project Management are a plus

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the Field Logistics and Mobile Specialists across a US field region, ensuring strong performance, engagement, and compliance
Own day to day inventory and logistics operations, ensuring adherence to Operations Checklists, SOPs, and audit readiness requirements
Implement and continuously improve inventory asset management practices to maximize utilization and minimize investment
Partner closely with sales leadership and field teams to deliver excellent operational and surgical support
Oversee training and onboarding of logistics team members and support continuous learning across compliance and operational processes
Manage physical inventories, cycle counts, consignment agreements, and custody documentation with accuracy and accountability
Analyze instrument and implant utilization data to identify efficiencies and drive improved asset performance
Lead recall execution and partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure full compliance
Deliver regular reporting and financial analysis related to inventory, freight, courier usage, and territory level P&L impacts
Contribute to companywide best practices, SOP development, and process and system enhancements