Director of Supply Chain

Heraeus

. Develop and define Supply Chain strategy with executive leadership .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeWhite Bear Lake • Minnesota • United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Strategy Development, Demand Planning, and Inventory Management, with a strong focus on team leadership and performance optimization. Proficient in utilizing data analytics to enhance Supply Chain visibility and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

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Supply Chain Strategy DevelopmentDemand PlanningInventory ManagementProject Management MethodologiesTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Production PlanningMaterials PlanningSystems ManagementLogisticsData AnalyticsS&OP ProcessPerformance MetricsNPI TransitionsRisk AssessmentContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingProblem-SolvingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationNegotiation

Tools & Technologies

Project Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentMedical Device IndustrySupply Chain ComplianceGlobal Supply Chain Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and define Supply Chain strategy with executive leadership
Lead end-to-end Supply Chain operations, including demand planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics
Oversee, manage, and develop planners, buyers, warehouse lead, and warehouse staff
Establish annual goals and objectives and manage team performance
Own and continuously refine the S&OP process
Partner with Portfolio Management, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Finance on demand and supply plans
Prepare metrics and scenario analyses and guide executive decision-making
Align customer service levels and working capital with strategic objectives and escalate critical issues
Lead demand forecasting and maintain data integrity and system integration
Use data and analytics to improve Supply Chain visibility and performance metrics such as OTD, inventory turns, and COGS
Monitor global Supply Chain trends, technologies, and regulations and ensure compliance
Analyze and resolve supply-demand imbalances and optimize inventory levels
Ensure smooth NPI transitions from development to mass production
Assess supply risks and implement mitigation strategies with Procurement and Supplier Quality
Provide demand planning input to internal and external stakeholders
Enforce warehouse policies and procedures
Drive continuous improvement across Supply Chain functions
Develop and manage departmental budgets
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor degree in Business Administration or related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience required
At least 3 years in a manufacturing environment
Preference to Medical Device industry experience
Minimum 5 years supervisory or lead experience
Experience with production planning, materials planning, systems management, manufacturing, and logistics
Demonstrated mastery of project management tools, processes, and best practices using multiple project management methodologies
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven leadership skills in building, managing, and developing teams
Excellent analytical and negotiation skills
Ability to support multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
Ability to travel approximately 15%
Ability to work onsite at the White Bear Lake, Minnesota location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligible
Comprehensive medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Education reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Paid time off