Sr Manager, Supply Chain (Hybrid - Acton, MA)

Insulet Corporation•Acton, MA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Position Overview: This role will lead the day-to-day planning activities for all raw materials supporting global manufacturing operations across multiple plants. This role will also drive alignment to long term strategic roadmap for raw materials ensuring that supplier capacity is aligned to growth plans. Responsible for raw material forecasting and inventory management across the global supply chain network including both company-owned and contract manufacturing sites. Define and report on supplier production plans to ensure raw material supply meets Insulet’s growth objectives. Responsible for key aspects of component planning including processes & scorecards/metrics through the extended supply chain leading daily management execution while driving continuous improvement. This role will be responsible for all communication of material requirements between internal and external customers and will coordinate with various functions as needed to ensure material availability. This position will also work on assigned Supply Chain initiatives as required.

Requirements

BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10+ years prior supply chain management experience
Experience in managing/leading team of people, and ability to change dynamic work environment a plus
Ability to work effectively with vendors, finance, marketing, R&D, packaging, and manufacturing teams requirements
Leadership, Analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to conceptualize and work towards an integrated supply chain
Ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders and represent enterprise interests
Proven background in delivering supply assurance results
In depth understanding of critical Supply Chain and MRP processes
Supplier certification and performance metrics reporting
Strength in Microsoft suite (Power BI, PowerPoint presentations for leadership, Microsoft Excel spreadsheets (including but not limited to VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Charts, etc)
Prior experience with SAP or similar ERP system.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred, but not required
Prior experience with Power BI preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and resolve all component availability issues that may impact target inventory levels or production requirements within Insulet’s global supply chain network – enabling clear-to-build, balancing supply / demand requirements
Lead regular inventory strategy reviews with Global Planning and Plant Purchasing team members to ensure alignment on strategy execution and attainment
Drive frequent communication with senior executives on status of global supply chain including strategy execution, risk assessment and new initiatives
Develop and leverage all demand and supply analytic tools to execute on inventory targets and risk mitigation priorities across global supply chain network
Manage complex phase-in strategies at the supplier level for all NPIs and phase-out strategies for product discontinuations
Coordinate with Supplier Development and Direct Materials Procurement to prioritize all capacity, risk-reduction and cost-savings projects
Coordinate with cross functional teams, including Supply Chain, Procurement, Supplier Development and Supplier Quality to improve supplier performance and reduce supply chain risk
Develop and implement strategies to improve supplier reliability and maximize available supply with increased inventory turns.
Manage close relationship with Finished Goods Planning Teams to ensure alignment on company-wide strategic inventory goals per SKU
Manage Month and Quarter-End Inventory Reconciliation Processes to ensure alignment with Finance Operations
Support the development of a high performing team that sets clear priorities and exceeds business objectives
Perform other duties as assigned