AVP Control Tower and Inventory Strategy

Providence; Renton (WA); Hybrid; USD 177,000 - 318,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Providence seeks an AVP of Control Tower and Inventory Strategy to lead an enterprise-scale, analytics-driven Control Tower for real-time visibility and predictive risk modeling across the healthcare supply chain.

You will define operating models, governance, KPIs, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize performance and resilience. This senior role partners with IT and analytics to drive platform enhancements and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience designing or leading a supply chain Control Tower or real-time operations center.
• Strong background in analytics and digital technologies to drive operational improvements.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the long-term vision for a digital, analytics-driven Control Tower.
• Define operating model, governance, service lines, and performance metrics.
• Lead real-time monitoring of supply, demand, inventory, and disruptions.
• Oversee triage and mitigation for shortages, delays, and emergent events.
• Ensure proactive alerts and predictive risk modeling are integrated into decisions.
• Partner with IT, data engineering, product, and analytics teams to design platforms.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Data-driven

Executive presence

Crisis management

Relationship building

Operational excellence

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

AI/ML

Digital twins

ERP/SCM platforms

Job description

Job Overview

The AVP of Control Tower and Inventory Strategy is a senior executive responsible for designing, operating, and optimizing an enterprise‑wide control tower that delivers real‑time visibility, predictive analytics, and coordinated response across the healthcare supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the long‑term vision for a digital, analytics‑driven Control Tower that improves transparency, responsiveness, and decision‑making across the healthcare supply chain.
• Define the operating model, governance, service lines, and performance metrics for the Control Tower.
• Lead real‑time monitoring of supply, demand, inventory, logistics, and disruptions across the supplier–provider ecosystem.
• Oversee triage, escalation, and mitigation processes for shortages, delays, recalls, emergent events, and market volatility.
• Ensure proactive alerts, scenario planning, and predictive risk modeling are integrated into decision workflows.
• Maintain and continuously improve supply chain operations, purchasing strategies, and inventory readiness.
• Partner with IT, data engineering, product, and analytics teams to design and enhance platforms supporting the Control Tower.
• Champion advanced analytics, AI/ML, predictive modeling, and digital‑twin capabilities to anticipate supply chain risk.
• Facilitate cross‑functional alignment and response during disruptions or crisis events.
• Establish KPIs, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to support visibility and accountability.
• Lead enterprise supply chain risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and resiliency planning.
• Build and lead a high‑performing Control Tower team with expertise in operations, analytics, supply chain, and incident management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Administration, Engineering, Analytics, Data Science, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in a related field (preferred).
• Ten (10) or more years of experience in supply chain operations, logistics, or healthcare supply chain leadership.
• Demonstrated experience designing or leading a supply chain Control Tower or similar real‑time operational center.
• Proven track record leveraging advanced analytics and digital technologies for operational improvement.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Familiarity with AI/ML, digital twins, advanced analytics, or ERP/SCM platforms (preferred).
• Knowledge of healthcare product categories, sourcing strategies, resiliency approaches, and regulatory environments.

Leadership Capabilities

• Strategic and systems thinking
• Data‑driven decision‑making
• Executive presence and communication skills
• Crisis and risk management expertise
• Strong relationship‑building and influence skills
• Operational excellence and continuous improvement mindset
• Change leadership and innovation capability

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $85.56 – $152.95 per hour.
• Opportunity for incentive compensation and benefits.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with employer matching, health (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and other well‑being resources.
• Hybrid work schedule: three days onsite (Providence Valley Office Park‑Renton) and two days remote.

Location

Providence Valley Office Park, Renton, WA 98058.