Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Program Management or Supplier Quality Engineering.
Expertise in supplier quality and supply chain management.
Knowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI) and supplier transfers.
Experience with ERP and PLM systems.
Familiarity with S&OP and Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Responsibilities
Lead global supply chain initiatives for new product introductions and market releases.
Develop project plans and manage timelines and risks.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure project execution.
Coordinate supplier qualification and onboarding processes.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and track action items.
Support demand and supply planning initiatives.
Manage operational change related to ERP and manufacturing systems.
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance packages.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Flexible work arrangements.
Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Program Manager / Supplier Quality Engineer to lead global supply chain initiatives supporting new product introductions (NPI), supplier transfers, sourcing programs, and supply chain readiness activities within a regulated manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in supply chain operations, supplier quality, project management, and cross-functional leadership, preferably within Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, or Life Sciences industries.
This role will drive execution across sourcing, qualification, deployment, and operational readiness while ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Supply Chain Program Leadership
Lead and execute global supply chain initiatives including:
New Product Introductions (NPI)
Product market releases
Supplier transfers and transitions
Supply chain readiness programs
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and risk mitigation strategies.
Drive tactical execution to ensure alignment with business and operational objectives.
Supplier Management & Supplier Quality
Collaborate with domestic and international suppliers to support successful project execution and launch readiness.
Coordinate supplier qualification, onboarding, sourcing, and deployment activities.
Support supplier quality initiatives and ensure compliance within regulated manufacturing environments.
Drive supplier performance, readiness, and collaboration for product launches and transfers.
Support system setup, deployment readiness, and process implementation activities.
Drive change management initiatives within regulated operational environments.
Stakeholder Communication & Governance
Communicate project status, risks, and readiness updates to leadership and key stakeholders.
Present program progress and escalation items across organizational levels.
Monitor execution to ensure alignment with business goals, timelines, and compliance requirements.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Operations, Life Sciences, or related field.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Program Management, Supplier Quality Engineering, or Supply Chain Operations within Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, or other regulated industries.
Strong experience with:
Supplier Quality & Supplier Qualification
Supply Chain Management
New Product Introduction (NPI)
Supplier Transfers & Deployment Readiness
Manufacturing Supply Chain Operations
Change Management
Cross-Functional Project Leadership
Working knowledge of:
ERP systems
PLM systems
S&OP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)
Regulated manufacturing and quality systems
Experience working in FDA-regulated or highly regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.