Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Artidis • Houston, TX

2d

About The Position

The US Supply Chain & Logistics Manager will design, implement, and continuously improve Artidis’s U.S. distribution network and materials management operations. The role ensures efficient procurement, storage, and delivery of spares, consumables, and supplies; oversees 3PL selection and performance; establishes KPIs; converts forecasts into inventory plans; and manages end-to-end logistics and procurement. It also owns data accuracy and processes in the ERP system, supports system integration, and partners with internal stakeholders to meet business needs and drive continuous improvement.

As Artidis’s first U.S. operational hire, this role will build and anchor the Houston materials and distribution network ahead of commercial launch. The position includes hands-on day-to-day materials management, FDA importer-of-record responsibilities, traceability, and post-market support. It works closely with Quality Assurance, clinical teams, customers in the U.S., and the Swiss headquarters. The role is suited to a hands-on team player in a fast-moving startup environment and may require extra effort when needed. The position offers a competitive salary and a bonus for outstanding performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in operations, logistics, materials management, supply chain, or procurement; 5+ years is preferred.
• Experience with at least one green-field or major network-launch project, preferably in the U.S.
• Demonstrated success selecting and governing 3PLs or fulfillment partners.
• Solid understanding of U.S. import rules, Incoterms, and freight contract structures.
• Working familiarity with FDA medical-device distribution practices, including importer obligations under 21 CFR 807, UDI requirements under 21 CFR 830, and Quality System Regulation principles under 21 CFR 820.
• Hands-on experience with barcode scanning discipline and lot- and serial-level traceability in an ERP or WMS.
• Experience supporting recall logistics, Field Safety Corrective Actions, or post-market quality activities.
• Proficiency with ERP and inventory-management systems, working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, and strong Excel and Power BI skills.
• Comfort with hands-on tasks in a warehouse or on the shop floor when needed.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team-oriented approach, appreciation for direct communication, and willingness to go the extra mile when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a scaling or startup environment.
• Experience in a small-to-medium enterprise environment.
• Familiarity with Good Distribution Practice (GDP, USP 1079) and cold-chain warehousing.
• ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD).
• Six Sigma certification.
• Project management certification.

Responsibilities

• Shape the U.S. distribution footprint in coordination with headquarters, including lanes, hubs, and forward-stock locations.
• Select, contract, and manage nationwide third-party logistics (3PL) partners; negotiate storage, pick-and-pack, and value-added rates; conduct quarterly business reviews; and hold partners accountable.
• Own spares and consumables inventory across U.S. locations and support service-level commitments for every installed device.
• Translate forecasts into buffer-stock plans in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers to avoid stock-outs and excess inventory.
• Build and maintain catalogs for spares, consumables, laboratory supplies, and office supplies, and manage orders, deliveries, returns, and inventory movements end to end.
• Manage purchasing and logistics for clinical materials, laboratory equipment, and office supplies.
• Run procure-to-pay and order-to-cash processes and support the U.S. team on sourcing.
• Own U.S. materials-management processes, including design, documentation, training, and continuous improvement.
• Own integrations between the Odoo 19 ERP system and logistics partners.
• Manage import/export documentation, tariffs, and state-level tax implications.
• Perform day-to-day FDA importer-of-record duties, including broker entry filings, records retention, and coordination with Quality.
• Manage in-country post-market logistics with Quality and headquarters, including field safety corrective actions (FSCA), recalls, returned goods, and reverse logistics.
• Ensure receiving and storage practices are aligned with Good Distribution Practice (GDP), including cold-chain handling for temperature-sensitive consumables.
• Define and manage intercompany processes with the Swiss headquarters.
• Lead cross-functional improvement projects and kaizen initiatives.
• Perform hands-on operational work as needed, such as labeling pallets, planning warehouse rack layouts in Visio, or auditing a warehouse.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Bonus for outstanding performance.
• Opportunity for rapid advancement and learning in an agile environment.
• Challenging tasks and the possibility to take responsibility.
• Work with a highly driven international team on work serving a significant purpose.

What This Job Offers

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