Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies ยท 1 day ago
Sr Mgr Supply Chain
Lakewood, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$74/hr - $93/hr
12+ years expTerumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to advancing healthcare with heart, and they are seeking a Sr. Manager, Supply Chain to lead all Supply Chain and Direct Procurement activities for the Lakewood factory. This role involves strategic leadership for various supply chain functions to ensure efficient operations and alignment with global strategies.
Medical Device
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end S&OE (Sales & Operations Execution) process for the Lakewood factory, including demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and production scheduling
Align Master Supply and Demand plans for the business unit, supporting new product introductions, product transitions, and long-term capacity planning
Establish goals, metrics, timebound objectives, and long-term strategies for Procurement, Planning, Inventory, and Supply Chain performance
Develop and communicate forecast accuracy metrics, inventory performance, and supply chain insights to leadership; drive continuous improvement through targeted initiatives
Lead the Lakewood Direct Procurement function to ensure efficient, on-time material supply that meets operational and service-level requirements
Develop and execute procurement strategies focused on reducing excess and obsolete inventory, improving supplier performance, and strengthening relationships with strategic suppliers
Ensure consistent procurement processes, governance, and SAP master data management across factory teams
Negotiate through complex supplier situations and manage escalations impacting production or supply continuity
Serve as the on-site decision-maker for all matters impacting material availability, production schedules, logistics, or inventory that require coordination with global supply chain teams
Oversee requisition and PO management, planning, scheduling, expediting, logistics coordination, and inbound supply from internal/external suppliers
Ensure sufficient product flow to meet World Class Service Level targets, integrating global SIOP standards with factory execution
Manage inventory deployment, obsolescence mitigation, lifecycle transitions, and write-off processes
Support customer centricity through robust communication, risk mitigation planning, and proactive escalation of material or supply risks
Establish uniform practices and processes across procurement and supply chain functions to support lean operations and drive functional synergies
Lead cost-management initiatives and resource optimization efforts aligned with global and regional supply chain strategies
Ensure SOX compliance across all procurement functions and support compliance with FDA, ISO, and other regulatory requirements
Maintain strong analytical rigor in system operations (SAP MRP/MPS, procurement workflows, planning tools)
Lead, mentor, and develop the Lakewood Supply Chain and Procurement teams to drive high performance, engagement, and alignment with Terumo BCT core values
Build strong cross-functional collaboration with operations, quality, finance, engineering, and global supply chain partners
Manage department budgets, company code expenditures, and logistics service costs as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relatable field, or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered
Minimum of 12 years progressive management experience in Supply Chain roles, including experience as the responsible party for the SIOP process
Experience in global high-volume manufacturing/distribution environments
Experience managing global inventory with batch/serialized traceability and shelf-life requirements
Experience in a regulated industry, medical device, and/or pharmaceutical experience is desired
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Experience managing end-to-end Supply Chain performance employing a hierarchy of KPIs, metrics, and measures
Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the Sales and Operations Planning Process
Demonstrated understanding of integrated business processes (e.g. Order to Cash, Plan to Manufacture, Procure to Pay, Record to Report, Service to Satisfaction) and the systems/tools that support them
Demonstrated proficiency as a creative and practical problem solver
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, with diplomacy and tact while maintaining appropriate assertiveness and persistence, influence at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through both direct and indirect reporting relationships
Proficient in analytical data assessments and topics of varying complexity in order to present insights based on business acumen and broad subject matter expertise to senior leadership staff
APICS CSCP/CPIM or CSCMP Certification is desirable
Typical office environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds
There are requirements to occasionally work outside of normal business hours, consistent with other roles accountable/responsible for communication and collaboration with global business functions
International travel will be required at approximately 25%, or as needed due to special business circumstances
Preferred
A Master's Degree or MBA is desired
Experience in a regulated industry, medical device, and/or pharmaceutical experience is desired
Benefits
Multiple group medical, dental and vision plans
A robust wellness program
Life insurance and disability coverages
A variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
401(k) plan with a matching contribution
Vacation and sick time programs for associates
Company
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies
Headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a global leader in blood component, therapeutic apheresis and cellular technologies serving customers in more than 150 countries.
5001-10000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Antoinette Gawin
President & Chief Executive Officer at Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies
Rusty Spinney
Chief Financial Officer
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