Associate Director, Supply Chain

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><div class="page"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>We’re a well-funded start-up</strong>. You’ll get a chance to wear many hats, be a part of a growing team, and have the potential for exciting financial and career growth.</span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Here’s what sets us apart.</strong> We’ve set our sights on some of the biggest challenges facing biology today. We’re amassing a world class team of engineers, scientists, team builders and problem solvers to tackle these challenges heads-on. We’re passionate about developing the next generation technologies that will unravel the complexities of biology.</span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>This is a unique opportunity to build,</strong> be part of an exciting start-up and be surrounded by good humans who are super capable, humble and down-to- earth.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div></div><p>The <strong>Associate Director, Supply Chain</strong> is a strategic yet hands-on leader capable of implementing the organization, systems, and processes for supply chain management, material control, and logistics functions. Reporting into the Senior Vice President of Operations & Corporate Development, this is an onsite role will be based out of either of our California offices (Foster City and San Diego), with a preference for the Bay Area. If San Diego based, expect frequent travel to the Foster City offices.</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Duties include but are not limited to the following:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li>Own the sourcing, purchasing, planning, inventory management and logistics strategy and relationships, building successful internal and external partnerships. </li> <li>Build out and manage the supply chain and logistics teams in support of the company’s commercial ramp schedules. </li> <li>Oversee direct and indirect spend, partnering with Finance team to provide current and projected inventory levels, costed finished product information, and annual cost savings. </li> <li>Partner with Development team and other Operations colleagues to identify, select, and manage strategic partners involved in the company’s ongoing &planned development projects.</li> <li>Manage partnerships with key suppliers and CMOs through onboarding, contract negotiation, supply planning, and performance monitoring. </li> <li>Manage domestic and international shipping operations, including relationships with 3PLs, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.</li> <li>Manage the team responsible for the S&OP process, overseeing supply risks, inventory levels, and safety stock policy. </li> <li>Manage compliance with customs, import/export, and global trade documentation for international logistics including HTS classification, COO determination, tariff management, DG shipping compliance, and customs documentation.</li> <li>Accountable for supply chain & logistics performance through appropriate reports and metrics (KPI’s).</li> <li>Own and drive execution of supply chain roadmap: identify gaps in process, systems, and controls as the company scales, developing dual sourcing and business continuity strategies.</li> <li>Support global product launches by ensuring logistics readiness, import approvals, and regional distribution capabilities.</li> <li>Collaborate with company leadership on strategic planning. </li> <li>Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of working time away from work location, including overnight/weekend travel at time. <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum Qualifications:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, operations, or a related field. </li> <li>Typically requires a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in supply chain management and logistics, with 7+ years of management experience.</li> <li>5 years of experience with complex electromechanical equipment and related consumables in a manufacturing and service environment. </li> <li>Deep knowledge of all materials- related processes for supply chain management, materials management, and logistics. </li> <li>Solid working knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements (ISO, FDA, QMS, Customs, etc.). </li> <li>Expert at implementing and utilizing ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite) and MRP processes & tools. </li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers, shippers, and customers. </li> <li>Experience in both domestic and international transportation and logistics required.</li> <li>Demonstrate…