Supply Chain Manager

DCI Donor Services • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank (DCIDS) is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing, inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics in support of a reliable production schedule. The role oversees replenishment of processing areas, sterilization shipments and return receiving, and lyophilizer operations. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the manager develops staff, maintains planning and inventory controls, and manages supplier relationships and performance to support on-time delivery. The manager also identifies opportunities to reduce material expenses while maintaining quality and supply reliability, coordinates priorities with Production and Quality, and ensures departmental activities follow established procedures and quality requirements.

DCI Donor Services has worked for over four decades to help end the transplant waiting list. Its organizations support nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining connections to local communities. The company describes its mission as serving donor families and recipients and extending the reach of each donor’s gift. It also states its commitment to making all communities feel welcome and safe through fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

The position leads purchasing, materials, and logistics teams; establishes and reviews supply par levels; ensures materials are available for scheduled production; manages purchasing and supplier performance; oversees receiving, storage, inventory accuracy, sterilization logistics, and lyophilization operations; collaborates with other departments to resolve issues; manages assigned budgets and process improvements; and supports compliance, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain or materials management, including purchasing, material planning, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Proficiency with ERP or inventory management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to analyze material usage, inventory levels, supplier lead times, and performance data to support purchasing and replenishment decisions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements.
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications, including Word and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• CTBS or AATB certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing, materials, and logistics teams, including staffing, training, employee development, and performance management.
• Establish, maintain, and routinely review par levels for supplies based on production forecasts, usage trends, and supplier lead times.
• Ensure adequate materials are available for scheduled production and minimize downtime caused by stockouts.
• Manage purchasing and replenishment activities, supplier relationships, and delivery performance; resolve supply issues and identify opportunities to reduce material expenses.
• Oversee material receiving, storage, and replenishment of processing areas, ensuring proper handling and stock rotation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, reconciliation, and expiration monitoring to minimize excess inventory and waste.
• Coordinate terminal sterilization shipments and return receiving, ensuring timely turnaround, traceability, and accurate documentation.
• Oversee lyophilization scheduling, staffing, and operations to meet production requirements and follow approved procedures.
• Collaborate with Sales, R&D, Production, Quality, and Facilities to resolve material, equipment, and workflow issues affecting throughput.
• Manage assigned budgets, monitor departmental performance, and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, training, safety, and quality requirements; support audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 184 hours of PTO during the first year.
• Up to 72 hours of sick time during the first year.
• Choice of two medical plans: PPO or HDHP.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution.
• Company-provided term life insurance.
• Company-provided AD&D insurance.
• Company-provided long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Supplemental insurance benefits, including accident coverage and short-term disability.
• Discounts on home, auto, renter, and pet insurance.
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon.

What This Job Offers

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