Biotech Supply Chain Leader – Mandarin-Speaking

CorDx; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation package

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with generous company contributions

Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy

Additional substantial benefits

Job summary

A leading biotech organization seeks an experienced Senior Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, inventory management, and logistics in Atlanta. This role involves optimizing supply chain processes, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while supporting international operations, including fluency in Mandarin for communications with global partners.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, preferably within biotech.
• 3+ years managing supply chain operations teams.
• Business-level fluency in Mandarin required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement and logistics.
• Oversee vendor relationships and conduct supplier performance evaluations.
• Coordinate domestic and international logistics operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Who is CorDx？

CorDx a multi-national biotech organization focused on pushing the limits of innovation and supply in global health. With over 2,100 employees across the world, serving millions of users in over 100 countries, CorDx delivers rapid testing and point-of-care medical device solutions used in the detection of infectious diseases such as COVID-19, pregnancy, drugs of abuse, biomarkers, and more. CorDx is at the cutting edge of technology, artificial intelligence, and data science with the goal of delivering diagnostic solutions to some of the most critical questions in healthcare.

Job Type: Full time
Job Title: Senior Supply Chain Manager
Location: Onsite - Atlanta

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Supply Chain Manager to oversee day-to-day operations within procurement, inventory management, logistics, and vendor relations in a regulated biotech manufacturing environment. This role will play a key part in optimizing supply chain processes, supporting international operations, and driving operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Fluency in Mandarin is essential to collaborate with overseas suppliers and manufacturing partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution.
• Oversee vendor relationships, conduct supplier performance evaluations, and support contract negotiations to ensure quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.
• Develop and execute operational plans aligned with business goals, customer demand, and production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, implement stock control processes, and maintain optimal inventory turnover while reducing waste and shortages.
• Coordinate domestic and international logistics operations, including partnerships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure on-time, compliant deliveries.
• Track and analyze supply chain performance metrics, identify trends, and recommend operational improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support risk management and compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to FDA, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulations.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a liaison with global suppliers and manufacturing partners, conducting business and negotiations in Mandarin where required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biotech, medical device, or pharmaceutical manufacturing Supply Chain Management
• 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, within biotech, medical device, or pharmaceutical manufacturing; IVD experience preferred.
• 3+ years of experience managing or leading supply chain operations teams.
• Demonstrated tenure stability, with an average role duration of 30+ months and experience at fewer than 7 companies.
• Proficiency in ERP and supply chain management systems.
• Fluency in Mandarin.
• Familiarity with FDA and ISO 13485 standards.

• Highly competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company contributions.
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Additional substantial benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, color, marital status, veteran status, disability status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.