Associate Director – Supply Chain Development

Vantive

. Lead the Global Supply Chain Development team and cross-functional improvement initiatives across Planning and Fulfillment .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $152,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading supply chain development initiatives, optimizing processes, and enhancing operational performance through data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to collaborate across functions and manage complex projects in a global supply chain environment.

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Supply Chain DevelopmentProject ManagementData AnalysisLeadership SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain PlanningOperational ImprovementCost OptimizationProcess SolutionsAnalytical RecommendationsIntegrated Supply Chain FunctionsMetric-Driven ExecutionProblem-SolvingCritical ThinkingAdvanced Excel

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsAbility to Manage AmbiguityFlexibility and AdaptabilityPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuitePowerPointWord

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in BusinessMBA or MS Preferred

Industry Keywords

Global Supply ChainMedical Device ManufacturingHealthcare ServicesSpecialty PharmacyTransportationWarehousing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Global Supply Chain Development team and cross-functional improvement initiatives across Planning and Fulfillment
Lead execution of a 3-to-5-year roadmap, priorities, and value creation initiatives supporting $5B+ revenue
Lead supply chain transformation projects across Transportation and Warehousing targeting cost optimization and service improvement
Support Planning–Logistics synchronization through process, data, and operational improvements that enhance OTIF performance
Operationalize Planning-to-Fulfillment handoffs to reduce service failures and execution inefficiencies
Partner with leaders to clarify the global Planning & Fulfillment operating model and ownership of inventory, deployment, and execution decisions
Implement Planning & Fulfillment policies aligned with business requirements
Identify and analyze opportunities for capability development, performance improvement, and value enhancement
Develop analytical recommendations and support project prioritization
Solve complex supply chain problems and develop actionable end-to-end process solutions
Monitor competitive, macroeconomic, and geopolitical trends influencing supply chain development priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field
MBA or MS preferred
5–8 years of supply chain development, planning, analytics, and operations experience
5 or more years of business experience working in cross-functional teams
2+ years of project management experience
Working knowledge of one or more Integrated Supply Chain functions: Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Planning, and/or Fulfillment
Ability to collaborate with functional leads to solve business problems and present recommendations to leadership
Strong leadership and influencing skills in a highly matrixed, consensus-driven organization
Ability to manage ambiguity and balance multiple projects
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
Ability to synthesize data, establish actionable goals, and support metric-driven execution
Problem-solving skills for complex business issues and practical supply chain recommendations
Critical thinking skills and ability to challenge ideas and assumptions constructively
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Advanced Excel
Previous experience in a global supply chain, medical device manufacturing network, healthcare services, and/or specialty pharmacy environment preferred
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work in ambiguous situations and bring clarity to processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision coverage starting on day one
Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Aon Pooled Employer Plan (Aon PEP)
Vantive 401(k) retirement savings plan
Investment options and financial education
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid holidays
Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
Family and medical leaves of absence
Paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits