DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.Summary:This is a key leadership position within Novanta’s Celera Motion business unit. The position is responsible for both direct and indirect purchasing spend across the business unit, with specific responsibility for supply chain support to operations in the U.S. The position is in Bedford, Massachusetts and manages a team of managers, buyers, planners and supply chain employees of all levels. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Operations, Celera Motion and indirectly to the Vice President of Supply Chain, Novanta.Key job responsibilities include leading team and key suppliers to meet/beat cost, delivery, quality, net working capital, profitability and revenue goals as well as identifying and executing on improvement opportunities within supply-chain to mitigate risk. You will leverage your team and key suppliers and collaborate with Novanta global supply chain team and Celera Motion cross functional team to achieve the goals of the business unit. Responsibilities:Coordinate Celera Motion supply chain team activities with suppliers, cross functional team and Novanta global supply chain team daily at Gemba to mitigate risk, and improve cost, delivery, and quality in line with profitability and revenue goals.Interface with cross functional team on critical part shortage issues as an escalation level and effectively interact with Novanta global supply chain team and suppliers for timely resolution.Review, prioritize and execute on existing and incremental savings and inflation mitigation projects to deliver the PPV/PPI material productivity goals as per AOP (Annual Operating Plan).Assist and/or own on time implementation process for supplier resourcing and VAVE design change proposals as per supplier risk reduction, consolidation, and inflation mitigation projects.Lead monthly PPI productivity reporting process and collaborate with Celera Motion and Novanta finance team to ensure reporting is completed error free and on time as per the established guideline. Lead team to optimize material flow and inventory turns, and reduce exposure to excess and obsolete inventory, to achieve Celera Motion DIOH (Days Inventory on Hand) goal.Partnering with the Novanta global supply chain team, implement and manage MSA (Master Supply Agreement) to mitigate risk, increase savings, improve quality, and reduce lead time enhancing Celera Motion’s competitive market position.Lead detection, early warning, and analysis of distressed and/or high-risk suppliers utilizing Novanta risk tracker process and follow up on recovery actions for closure.Facilitate idea generation events with key suppliers for improvement opportunities leveraging Novanta global supply chain team, and Celera Motion cross functional team. Prioritize and execute necessary changes.During NPI (New Product Introduction), work closely with the cross functional team, and Novanta global supply chain team on the procurement strategy that delivers best cost, shortest lead time, and highest quality product for our customers. Collaborate with Novanta Compliance Manager and drive compliance process with team and suppliers to ensure all requirements are met on time with highest score and lowest risk.Work with all levels of the operation to nurture a culture of continuous improvement by providing a high-level of support (collaborative problem-solving) for the ideas and pain-points of the team.Requirements:B.S. or B.E. in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Industrial Engineering required.M.S. or M.B.A strongly preferred.Formal APICS certification highly desired.Certified negotiations training strongly preferred.Six-Sigma Green or Black Belt certification highly desired.Min of (5) years’ relevant work experience in a supplier facing leadership role, as described above (both purchasing & planning). Thorough understanding of global purchasing policies, processes, and systems related to electronics, barcode, optical, plastics and cable commodities in medical sector.A proven track record of delivering results in a global, diverse and matrix organization.Strong negotiation skills with ability to create long term sustainable results. Effective written and verbal communication skills (through all org levels) and excellent interpersonal skills.Ability to manage complex workload and prioritize assignments/projects with tight deadlines.Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.Ability to independently troubleshoot issues, determine course of action and take initiative.Sound organizational and planning skills with a solid attention to detail.Ability to read, and comprehend technical documents (drawings, specs, engineering changes, etc.)Computer skills using Microsoft Office and in particular expertise with Excel as well as experience working in Oracle.Regulatory experience (ISO 13485, 9001, 17025, 31.260 and related).Demonstrated business acumen and a basic understanding of the P&L and balance sheet, including the creation of complex ROI calculations.Knowledge of inventory management and production scheduling principles (MRP, Kanban, JIT, etc.)Knowledge of sales forecasting and how it ties to procurement and factory planning principles (SIOP, PSI, S&OP)Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools (Kaizens, improvement workshops, etc.), and continuous improvement techniques.General knowledge of compliance such as hazardous materials, conflict minerals, sustainability, and cyber security.Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to supplier and/or other Novanta locations.Travel Requirements:Less than 20%Physical Requirements:None#LI-IC1Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.SummaryLocation: Bedford, MAType: Full time