Director, Fulfillment and Inventory Planning

GROW WITH US: Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We'd love for you to team up with us to "innovate every day," put "people first," and take the "no-shortcuts" approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry. STAY AWESOME: Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology — an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we're so much more than that. Our company's human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com A DAY IN THE LIFE: The Director, Fulfillment & Inventory Planning, is responsible for leadership of logistics, global inventory management, clinical, S&OP for Tandem Diabetes Care. This includes finished goods and outside services. Will also develop and implement focused supply chain strategies which support business growth and profitability objectives, including the implementation of streamlined planning models, forecast modeling in support of customer satisfaction. The Director of F&IP is also responsible for: Leads monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process including multiple input meetings and ERP forecast loading. Participates in New Product Introduction (NPI) project meetings and communicates requirements and updates. Responsible for company's Enterprise requirements planning (ERP) system configuration, including item master configuration management and maintenance. Actively participates in long-term contract negotiations and ongoing management for external finished goods and third-party logistics providers. Oversees finished goods inventory management supporting all global distribution centers to ensure no back orders while achieving business objectives. Identify and implement continuous improvement activities to maximize efficiencies, reduce costs, and satisfy quality objectives. Represents operations on new product launch teams to ensure operations requirements are considered and internal teams are supporting launch targets. Ensures compliance with company policies, including Privacy/HIPAA, and other legal and regulatory requirements. Maintains computerized purchasing system database, investigates inventory discrepancies and resolves delivery/receiving problems. Ensure ERP Planning parameters are set to provide accurate ordering signals. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience. MBA is preferred. Knowledge of GHTF – global harmonization standards for supply chain. 15+ years inventory and logistics management in medical device or diagnostic production environment. Minimum 5 years in a management role. Proficient with ERP systems for planning, purchasing and inventory management controls for both raw materials and finished goods. Must have experience with IT Systems and tools (MS Office applications – including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and Microsoft Dynamics/365 ERP is a plus. Experience in planning, purchasing, new product introduction and global inventory management in a high volume, medical device, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical. Excellent knowledge and understanding of global supply chain including FDA and ISO laws and regulations applicable to the medical device industry. Well organized communicator with strong interpersonal skills (thought, written and verbal communication skills) to audiences of all organizational levels. Skilled at effectively leading a cooperative team effort and organizing resources to achieve team goals. Able to make and prioritize process and resource decisions based on overall team needs. WHEN & WHERE YOU'LL WORK: On-Site: This role is on-site four days a week at our Del Mar office and one day a week remote due to the nature of the work involved. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The starting base pay range for this position is $165,000 - $205,000 annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on candidate's location and the overall job market. In addition to base pay, Tandem offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus and a robust benefits package. Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision available your first day, as well as health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts. You'll also receive 11 paid holidays per year, unlimited PTO and you will have access to a 401k plan with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase plan. Learn more about Tandem's benefits here! YOU SHOULD KNOW: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and regulations. A conditional offer of employment from Tandem is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening process comprised of a drug test (excluding marijuana) and background check, which includes a review of criminal history information. Tandem has good cause to conduct a review of criminal history information of candidates for this position, as this role may involve access to proprietary, sensitive and/or confidential information, including customer protected health information. This review is required to ensure that individuals in such roles uphold high standards of trust and integrity so as to protect the interests of our customers, employees, and stakeholders. SPONSORSHIP: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE: At Tandem, we believe joy fuels excellence. That's why we've built a workplace that celebrates your achievements and supports your well-being. Our team thrives on pushing boundaries and fostering growth, all while maintaining a spirit of fun and camaraderie. This is just one of the ways we stay awesome! Explore the benefits and reasons to love Tandem at https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers. BE YOU, WITH US! We embrace the value that every single one of us brings to the table. But sometimes we forget that when we don't meet 100% of a job description's criteria – maybe you're feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway. Because we want you to be you, with us. Tandem is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. REFERRALS: We love a good referral! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this position, please share! APPLICATION DEADLINE: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications. Make a move that matters. Join Tandem Diabetes Care, where we're turning challenges into triumphs every day and where your talents will help shape a healthier, happier tomorrow. #LI-Onsite #LI-DW1 Tandem Diabetes Care, a global insulin delivery and diabetes technology company, manufactures and sells advanced automated insulin delivery systems that reduce the burden of diabetes management, while creating new possibilities for patients, their loved ones, and healthcare providers. The Company's pump portfolio features the Tandem Mobi system and the t:slim X2 insulin pump, both of which feature Control-IQ advanced hybrid closed-loop technology. Tandem Diabetes Care is based in San Diego, California.