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Straumann Group · 1 day ago

Sr. Manager, Supply Chain

Andover, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$128K/yr - $157K/yr

7+ years exp

Straumann Group is a leader in dental solutions, specializing in the development and supply of dental implants and related products. The Sr. Manager of Supply Chain will oversee all supply chain activities at the Andover Manufacturing Site, ensuring alignment between global strategies and local execution while managing production planning, inventory, procurement, and logistics.

Medical Device

Responsibilities

Act as the site’s supply chain leader and member of the Andover Leadership Team, ensuring cross-functional alignment of supply chain objectives with business priorities

Align site initiatives and performance with global and regional supply chain strategies and KPIs

Strengthen the integration between the corporate S&OP process and site-level execution through the design and deployment of a comprehensive Master Production Schedule (MPS) that ensures alignment between demand forecasts, material availability, and manufacturing capability

Lead the development and implementation of advanced planning and capacity management tools to enhance visibility into production loads, constraints, and long-term capacity planning

Support long-term production and resource planning in alignment with network capacity and growth objectives

Represent the Andover site in the Global Supply Chain community and contribute to cross-site initiatives focused on process harmonization, digitalization, and continuous improvement

Lead production planning for both Implant and Prosthetic value streams, translating corporate demand plans into executable schedules that optimize resources and meet customer delivery expectations

Evolve existing planning practices into a data-driven load and capacity evaluation framework that optimizes sequencing, balances workloads, and enhances responsiveness to changes in demand or supply

Oversee purchasing activities, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, strong supplier performance, and alignment with global and regional procurement strategies

Promote collaborative relationships with cross-functional and regional partners to identify cost optimization and standardization opportunities across indirect and direct materials

Drive the evolution of purchasing practices toward a more strategic, analytics-driven, and partnership-oriented function that supports operational and financial goals

Maintain and optimize SAP master data and material parameters to ensure planning accuracy and data integrity

Oversee warehouse operations including receiving, storage, kitting, and dispatch of materials to internal and external customers

Maintain accurate inventory levels through effective control systems, root cause analysis of variances, and continuous improvement in material flow

Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA requirements for full material traceability

Drive initiatives to optimize warehouse layout, internal logistics, and flow efficiency while maintaining safety and quality standards

Manage inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective transport of materials and finished goods

Coordinate closely with Corporate and North American Distribution Centers to ensure consistent service levels and delivery performance

Lead or support product return and recall processes as required, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory procedures

Define, track, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations, including service level, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, and delivery performance

Lead continuous improvement and lean supply chain initiatives to reduce lead time, cost, and waste

Support sustainability and energy-reduction projects related to logistics, storage, and material movement

Leverage data analytics to drive decision-making, risk mitigation, and operational excellence across the end-to-end supply chain

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team spanning planning, procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team and across interfaces with production and corporate functions

Build team capabilities in planning, analytics, and supplier collaboration to ensure long-term organizational strength

Promote behaviors that support Straumann’s values of trust, collaboration, agility, and entrepreneurship

Ensure effective succession planning, performance management, and employee development across all supply chain disciplines

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementERP SystemsData-driven PlanningLean Six SigmaISO StandardsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field

7+ years of experience in supply chain management, including leadership of multifunctional teams in a manufacturing environment

Preferred

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Business Administration

Proven expertise with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and data-driven planning tools

Strong understanding of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and GMP standards

Demonstrated ability to align strategic and operational priorities and to work effectively across functions and geographies

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification

Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing

Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to present to senior leadership and global teams

Benefits

Very Competitive total compensation plans (some positions include discretionary bonus, or Performance Share Units).

A 401(K) plan to help you plan for your future with an employer match

Great health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs to ensure you’re happy and healthy. Straumann contributes a healthy portion towards employees’ premium.

Generous PTO allowance - plenty of time to recharge those batteries!