Associate Director, Global Supply Chain Planning- ICTx - Coronary Therapies

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges.

With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing whatever your ambitions.

Associate Director, Global Supply Chain Planning- ICTx Coronary Therapies

About the Role :

At Boston Scientific, our vision is to create an inclusive culture that is passionate about attracting, developing, and retaining the best team to deliver innovative medical solutions.

We believe in embracing our increasingly multicultural world and providing an inclusive environment where differences are valued and contribute to a greater good.

The Associate Director, Global Supply Chain Planning is responsible for worldwide supply chain and inventory performance for their division.

The Associate Director, Global Supply Chain Planning not only synchronizes end to end supply chain stakeholder with the goal of meeting business objectives, but also identifies new opportunities for supply chain performance improvements and determines the supply chain strategies which will result in world-class supply chain performance.

Your Responsibilities Include :

Orchestrate the monthly SI&OP process for ensuring correct planning and coordination through all five phases of the process.

Act as key member of ICTx - CT business unit leadership teams responsible for service level, inventory levels, and overall coordination of supply chain.

Provide support and leadership on our End-to-End Supply Chain Improvement strategy including improving our collaboration across BSC as well as strategies to improve our planning capabilities including advanced analytics, supply chain visibility, and autonomous planning.

Provide strategic leadership and work direction to Global Supply Chain Managers, Supply Chain Planners, and Analysts.

Manage inventory to an optimum level ensuring profitable revenue capture and growth for the business without service level interruptions.

Monitor performance across the supply chain from supply side manufacturing and finished device suppliers through distribution channels to customers and address opportunities for improvement.

Achieve divisional Performance Metric goals / objectives (Service Level, Backorders, Forecast Accuracy and Bias, Days Inventory on Hand, FG Scrap, EE&O)

Understand and support regional supply chain strategy development and execution ensuring regional growth opportunities are fully supported.

Also, as part of the divisional leadership member active in new product development, ensure supply chain representation on new product development teams and ensure inventory builds are appropriate given the launch assumptions and risks.

Define pre-launch inventory objectives by region as well as the regional launch sequencing. Communicate launch strategy to supply chain community.

Challenge the organization to strive for continuous improvement including cross functional work on Value Improvement Projects.

Identify opportunities for improvement and have the courage and tenacity to drive actions that deliver results. Think systematically and drive a positive culture within the systems we use to run the business.

Support adoption and execution of active product portfolio management delivering a robust process and reduced supply chain complexity.

Understand and support the group in managing regulatory environment and implications on supply chain strategy and execution.

Fully support BSC Quality Objectives

Monitor supply chain performance (i.e., physical flow, allocation, master data, and intervene as required to ensure optimal performance).

Management Requirements :

Shape and define a positive workplace culture that reflects BSC’s core behaviors within the broader team.

Foster a diverse and inclusive workplace that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential in pursuit of organizational objectives.

Will lead a group or team of employees in the achievement of organizational goals. Guide, coach, direct, and develop direct reports, and if applicable, drive those practices throughout their organization.

May direct and control the activities and budget of one or more functional areas, divisions, product groups, projects / programs and / or operations.

Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures (e.g., federal / country, and regulatory requirements).

What We’re Looking For :

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business or Engineering.

Ten plus years of Supply Chain and / or Materials Management experience with at least five years in manager role.

Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience leading and developing team members.

Solid grasp of the medical device industry with a working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory environment.

Strong communication skills with the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization.

Excellent facilitation / communication skills.

Self-motivated, independent worker

Direct experience in a global business.

Preferred Qualifications :

Advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or Engineering.

Experience utilizing SAP and Advanced Planning systems.

APICS certifications a plus

Requisition ID : 585660

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Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.

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As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.