What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Supply Chain Manager position at DSJ Global?
A global manufacturing leader in pharmaceuticals is looking for a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead their site in Tempe, AZ. They're known for their strong mission‑driven culture, long‑standing history in healthcare, and commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and employee development.
The company fosters an inclusive environment with opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and leadership advancement.
The Senior Manager, Supply Chain Operations will lead all site‑level supply chain functions, including procurement, production planning, warehousing, logistics, and inventory management. This role is critical in ensuring efficient resource utilization, meeting customer delivery expectations, and driving optimal inventory and cash‑flow performance in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
Supply Chain & Production Planning Leadership
- Develop strategic production plans in collaboration with Regional Planners, aligning with monthly S&OP processes.
- Lead teams responsible for production, inventory, and material planning.
- Consolidate and manage the plant's Master Production Schedule (MPS) to meet forecasted and market demand.
- Oversee vendor‑managed inventory (VMI) programs.
- Conduct Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) for tools, machines, labor, and materials.
- Partner with Strategic Supply Planning to optimize raw material sourcing, inventory levels, transportation cost, and cash flow.
- Drive strategy for slow‑moving and obsolete inventory.
- Oversee customer order cycle management and communication between plants, corporate teams, and customers.
- Monitor and enhance manufacturing lead times and delivery performance.
- Support production transfers and ensure ERP/MES data integrity.
- Contribute to Lean/Six Sigma initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Supply Chain team, ensuring effective succession planning and skill development.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or Business (required).
- MBA (preferred).
- 10 years of senior operational management in pharmaceutical, medical device, or plastics injection manufacturing.
- Experience in cGMP environments.
- Strong track record in lean manufacturing, cost savings, and continuous improvement programs.
Salary : $140,000 - $160,000