Sr. Manager, Network Supply Chain Optimization

Owens & Minor • Remote - Virginia, VA

2d • $165,000

About The Position

Owens & Minor is seeking a Sr. Manager, Network Supply Chain Optimization to lead operational excellence and process improvement initiatives for distribution operations. The role oversees the development of standard operating procedures and work instructions, conducts process needs analysis, develops cost-effective operational processes, evaluates technology solutions, and leads complex business process analyses. It also deploys, trains, and enhances Process Strategy, Value Stream, Innovation, Maintenance, Quality, and Improvement initiatives.

The position analyzes production metrics to identify inefficiencies and recommend productivity improvements, evaluates ROI for corporate process initiatives, and leads the planning, prioritization, and execution of process improvement and strategy projects. The role oversees operations projects and provides regular updates to senior leadership. It collaborates with continuous improvement teams, field leaders, corporate staff, and other cross-functional partners to improve quality and productivity. Travel up to 50% is required.

Requirements

• Four-year university degree in an advanced, technically or professionally specialized discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in a business-process-focused role.
• At least 7 years of experience managing teams and/or major cross-functional projects.
• Knowledge at the level of a Lean Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• Ability to deliver process improvement initiatives across all levels of an organization.
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve operational problems.
• Self-motivation and curiosity, with the ability to think and communicate strategically while managing day-to-day tactical details.
• Ability to organize and complete complex, multi-year projects as part of or as leader of a cross-functional team.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects flexibly.
• Working knowledge of financial analysis techniques, such as cost-benefit and break-even analysis, net present value, internal rate of return, and lease-versus-buy analysis.
• Ability to motivate and direct others, influence teammates at all levels and across functions, and drive change.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Industrial Engineering professional certification strongly preferred, such as Six Sigma Master Black Belt, LEAN, American Society for Quality, or Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Operational Excellence initiatives for distribution operations and related workstreams.
• Develop and lead a team of subject matter experts to identify best-practice operating and job standards and methods.
• Lead process improvement initiatives for large-scale or complex company business processes.
• Identify business improvement opportunities, develop solutions, manage initiatives, and determine the resources and disciplines needed for execution.
• Evaluate, prioritize, and allocate time and resources to project requests that advance strategic operational priorities and improve effectiveness, efficiency, and costs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure business process alignment across functional areas.
• Manage process improvement efforts in a disciplined, structured manner and align them with company strategic objectives.
• Establish productivity standards and reporting; monitor metrics after implementation to confirm performance against goals.
• Apply subject matter expertise, facilitation, and change management skills to move teams from problem identification to lasting resolution.
• Communicate and execute change management initiatives at all levels of the company.
• Mentor and coach stakeholders by providing training and guidance on business process improvement activities.
• Analyze data for trends and recommend business process improvements and solutions.
• Oversee operations projects and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans available from the first day of employment for full-time teammates.
• Educational assistance for eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Voluntary supplemental programs, including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.
• Adoption assistance, fertility benefits through the medical plan, and parental leave.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k).
• Paid sick days, short-term leave, holidays, vacation days, personal days, and other leave, including parental leave.
• Teammate Assistance Program, Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs at no cost.
• Annual incentive bonus of up to 10%.

What This Job Offers

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