Responsibilities- Participate in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies and priorities.- Provide technical training and support to categories 1, 2, 3 and 4.- Lead multi-functional teams with personnel from different departments.- Identify and participate in the resolution of issues by employing strong analytical and planning skills.- Good understanding of requirements in ERP system to maintain a high level of effectiveness in a changing environment.- Review departmental process on a continuous basis to ensure that department, company and customer objectives are being met.- Implement opportunities for improvement to the ERP system and processes for integrated system solutions that support the supply chain stakeholders.- Active participation in Inventory strategy definition to achieve Inventory turns goal.- Participate and generate VIP initiatives.- Perform other duties, tasks, or projects at the direction of immediate supervisor.- Participate on project teams if required.- Support product launch manager on management activities as required.- Monitor Inventory levels. Identify gaps and drive solutions, including metrics for production performance according to the requested production plan.- Track Suppliers performance. Identify gaps and drive solutions with Supplier and Viant Supplier Quality representative.- Develop inventory targets and manage Purchase Orders to achieve target inventory levels.- Perform other duties, tasks, or projects at the direction of immediate supervisor.Knowledge / Education- Bilingual English/Spanish - Advanced English level (written and spoken).- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or International Trades.- Knowledge on ERP systems.- Knowledge of Six Sigma Methodology (yellow / green belt certification) and Lean Manufacturing.- Additional Knowledge it's considered a Plus.Job Experience- From 4 to 6 years of experience in purchasing and manufacturing environment.- At least 3 years of experience within the medical device manufacturing or pharmaceutical fields, or any other highly regulated industry (i.e. food, aerospace, etc.).Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
