Sr. Manager, Supply Chain - Immucor, Inc.

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain.  We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

This position is responsible for leadership of the Waukesha Supply Chain operations to include Planning, Purchasing and Procurement, Supplier Management, Manufacturing Scheduling, Inventory Management, Logistics & Distribution, P&L accountability and ownership, and staff development. Brings a corporate-level mindset to understand and address all internal and external Customer needs. Develop, maintain, and report all SIOP and Supply Chain KPIs, while also driving a mindset of continuous improvement, professional growth, and development to drive business results. Ensure a strong focus on Quality, Regulatory, and cGMP compliance.  If you are interested in joining an organization where your talents and expertise will be highly appreciated, and if you meet our qualifications to excel in this position, apply today!

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.

Sr. Supply Chain Manager (Procurement / Production Planning / Inventory Control / Production Scheduling)

Key Accountabilities:

• Establish regular communication with Quality to address issues with suppliers related to compliance and identify ways in which to mitigate in the future
• Lead from an expectation that Quality, Compliance and Safety are core values. Ensure supply chain is compliant with FDA regulations and defined Werfen SOPs; proactively addressing revisions to SOPs and monitoring regulatory changes.
• Work directly with members of the Operations Leadership Team to manage timely product flow throughout all stages of production from raw materials to finished goods.
• Drive supply chain excellence and efficiency by identifying and eliminating waste and non-value added work across Werfen’s supply chain network from purchasing through distribution.
• Lead analysis to identify drivers for scrap/destruction and reduce them significantly. Ensure link in demand forecasting worldwide.
• Manage metrics and ensure transparency into all areas of manufacturing to analyze and drive Just In Time (JIT) inventory practices, meet cycle demand, and satisfy customer expectations ensuring department is complying with appropriate practices and meeting metrics
• Manage production planning functions from raw material to finished goods.
• Manage cycle counts timely across the entire supply chain to ensure accurate inventory valuation and availability of components for supply chain continuity.
• Identify efforts to ensure manufacturing processes and infrastructure are robust enough to handle organizational growth, customer expectations, and alignment with corporate strategy and tie “full circle” with our procurement and order fulfillment needs ensuring appropriate resources are engaged to fulfill these efforts.

Sr. Supply Chain Manager (Procurement / Production Planning / Inventory Control / Production Scheduling)

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• APICS or ISM certification preferred
• SAP knowledge and/or experience preferred
• Excellent stakeholder management & communication skills, and the ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of audiences
• A team player with a collaborative approach to work
• Experience identifying, implementing, and managing business metrics
• Demonstrated experience developing staff and teams
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
• Knowledge/follow standards of SOX, FDA, CFR and ISO

Sr. Supply Chain Manager (Procurement / Production Planning / Inventory Control / Production Scheduling)

Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com

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