Corewell Health

DirectorPurchasing,DemandPlan,Distribution

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Director Purchasing, Demand Plan, Distribution at Corewell Health. Skills: Demand Planning, Purchasing, Distribution, Supply Chain. Lead end to end supply planning. Ensure product availability”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure product availability; Minimize obsolescence; Mitigate product disruption risks; Generate holistic value; Drive efficiency; Ensure team's resources are used effectively; Ensure work schedules and targets are met; Ensure demand, inventory, and purchasing plans are financially aligned with business targets

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Mitigate product disruption risks; Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; Develop contingency plans for critical materials and high-risk suppliers

Eligibility Requirements

Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs, Sitting: Frequently, Standing: Occasionally, Walking: Occasionally, Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom, Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally, Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom, Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally, Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom, Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom, Handling: Occasionally, Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom, Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom, Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field, 5 years of relevant progressive business experience in business operations, finance, contracting or other related disciplines

Nice to Have

Master's Degree, 5 years of relevant prior experience leading professional-level teams, 5 years of relevant prior experience building new and innovative relationships and strategies with key suppliers, 2 years of relevant knowledge and application of supplier contract strategy, negotiations, contractual terms, and contract administration experience, 5 years of relevant experience Knowledge of supplier processes and supply chain risk factors including experience in assessing and mitigating risk in the supply base, 5 years of relevant knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies & cost reduction methodologies experience, 2 years of relevant experience operating in a highly regulated industry, Medical Device industry sourcing and supplier management experience, Professional certifications through APICS, ISM, AHRMM, and/or CSCMP

What You'll Do.

Lead end to end supply planning

Ensure product availability

Support system resiliency strategies

Minimize obsolescence

Mitigate product disruption risks

Generate holistic value

Oversee demand forecasting

Oversee product disruptions

Oversee purchasing execution

Align cross functional stakeholders

Utilize benchmarks and industry trends

Consider alternative business models

Lead and develop a team

Ensure team resources are used effectively

Ensure work schedules and targets are met

Engage in supplier performance

Engage in risk mitigation

Engage in continuous improvement

Formulate and implement processes

Develop people strategy

Build a best in class function

Set and execute supply planning strategy

Align purchasing and demand planning

Align with business objectives

Establish governance and policies

Establish decision rights

Own the demand planning process

Ensure accurate forecasts

Define forecasting methodologies

Translate demand signals

Create actionable supply plans

Create actionable inventory plans

Oversee inventory health metrics

Set inventory policies

Create new supplier relationships

Create new supplier strategies

Develop supplier strategies

Develop dual sourcing strategies

Develop risk mitigation plans

Develop long-term resiliency plans

Identify supply chain risks

Mitigate supply chain risks

Develop contingency plans

Ensure plans are financially aligned

Mitigate product disruption risks

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Aligning cross functional stakeholders across the organization; Working closely with Sourcing, Hospital Operations, Tech & Analytics and distribution leaders

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