Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Improvement
About The Position
Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care™. Global Reach with a Local Touch 140+ years serving healthcare Over 14,000 teammates worldwide Serving healthcare partners in 80 countries Manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland 40+ distribution centers Portfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings 1,000 branded medical product suppliers 4,000 healthcare partners served
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge and experience in healthcare supply chain management
- Strong knowledge of the healthcare products landscape
- Detailed knowledge of supplier relationship management
- Knowledge of supply chain regulatory requirements for the manufacture and importation of products
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills
- Ability to work in a matrix environment across departments (Operations, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Inventory Management, etc.) to solicit and obtain input, and the required internal engagement to accomplish organizational objectives.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
Responsibilities
- Executes KPIs for team management as well as KPIs for key/strategic suppliers.
- Drives relationship management techniques to deliver value for both the company and the supplier.
- Develops relationship management plans, monitors performance and compliance with Owens & Minor’s standards, and drives continuous improvement with suppliers.
- Partners with O&M Divisions to develop supplier relationship strategies within categories to maximize overall category/supplier profitability.
- Owns the company’s primary relationship with assigned suppliers.
- Develops relationship management plans, monitors overall supplier performance/compliance with company standards, and driving supplier continuous improvement.
- Serves as an escalation point/support for both the assigned supplier and other functional areas in the business such as Accounts Payable, Contracts, Rebates, Operations, and Sales.
- Supports and communicates the company’s supplier value proposition including new and innovative partnership models with key partnerships.
- Drives overall supplier metrics (funding, operational KPIs, AOP targets, baselines, etc.) and maximizes category profitability and performance.
- Negotiates supplier contracts for best overall terms for Owens & Minor.
- Partners with O&M Divisions to identify preferred partners based on overall supplier funding, category strategy, and operations performance.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare Plan - Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.
- Educational Assistance - We offer educational assistance to all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability - We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
- Voluntary Supplemental Programs – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.
- Support for your Growing Family – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) - We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits.
- Paid Leave - In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, and additional types of leave – including parental leave.
- Well-Being – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
