Job Information
NuVasive, Inc. Manager, Operations in Memphis, Tennessee
Manager, Operations
US, US, Corporate Memphis
Minimum Level of Education Required:Bachelors Degree
Percentage of Travel:No travel required
Location:Memphis, TN
Ref#:110699
Job Summary and Primary Responsibilities
Our unwavering commitment is to impact a patient's life every minute because our focus revolves around the patient. While it may sound ambitious, it's a goal we consistently attain, positively influencing over 500,000 patients annually.
We're on the lookout for individuals who share our dedication and passion, those who are eager to join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals. If you're driven by the same purpose, we invite you to be a part of our mission to transform healthcare and create a brighter, healthier future for all.
As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the daily activities and supervision of Shipping Operations, including assembly functions, re-processing activities, production planning, and inventory control. Provides leadership and direction of operations and other activities daily. Fosters a culture of teamwork and drives processes that sustain continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost measures.
Manages all operational aspects of the business including supply chain, customer service, billing, and distribution
Ensures a focus on internal purchasing, inventory management, financial performance, and process improvement
Maintains proper levels of inventory to support the rapid growth of sales and the aggressive product launch strategy, while achieving financial goals
Uses sales trends and other information gathered from Marketing and Sales teams, forecast likely sales to develop order points and set inventory level
Monitors and reviews regularly inventory levels and sales against forecast to determine future order patterns
Prepares a monthly inventory report, identifying inventory levels by location, sales trends, ROI, Sales by State, inventory turns etc as required
Develop an obsolescence schedule and liaise with the Marketing Manager on strategies to liquidate this inventory
Manages operational area and/or shift in meeting key business metrics: cost, quality, safety, service, and throughput
Required Skills / Capabilities
Promote safety as the most important value in the organization by adhering to and enforcing all safety policies and procedures
Lead negotiations regarding freight contracts
Investigate causes of misdirected shipments, damages, shortages or overcharges in freight cost
Monitor transaction activity and reports from sources such as contracts, purchase orders, invoices, requisitions and accounting reports ensuring all data is entered to maintain accurate inventory, purchasing, and shipping records
Education and Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a Ph.D. with 3 years of experience;
Experience in Medical Device manufacturing/warehouse
Preferred experience in SAP or Cognos
Strong Data Analysis skill-set
Proficient to advanced skill-set in MS Office
For roles that require access to hospital facilities, must be eligible for and maintain credentials at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including the COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable).
NuVasive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The “EEO is the Law” poster options are availablehere (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) . NuVasive's EEO policy is availablehere (https://www.nuvasive.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/COP-NUV-HR0004-7.pdf) .
About NuVasive
NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA) is the leader in spine technology innovation, with a mission to transform surgery, advance care, and change lives. The Company's less-invasive, procedurally integrated surgical solutions are designed to deliver reproducible and clinically proven outcomes. The Company's comprehensive procedural portfolio includes surgical access instruments, spinal implants, fixation systems, biologics, software for surgical planning, navigation and imaging solutions, magnetically adjustable implant systems for spine and orthopedics, and intraoperative neuromonitoring technology and service offerings. With more than $1 billion in net sales, NuVasive has approximately 2,700 employees and operates in more than 50 countries serving surgeons, hospitals, and patients. For more information, please visit www.nuvasive.com .