Senior Supply Chain Manager - Medical Devices

Kovoro; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kovoro is seeking a dynamic Supply Chain Manager in Minneapolis to oversee procurement, demand planning, inventory management and logistics across domestic and international channels. You will lead a team of six buyers and planners and drive supplier qualification, performance management and cost reduction initiatives.

The role requires experience in FDA-regulated supply chains and ISO 13485 processes, with strong ERP skills (SAP, Oracle or NetSuite) and advanced Excel capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in supply chain with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• FDA-regulated manufacturing experience (medical device, pharma, or diagnostics).
• Strong ISO 13485 supplier control & incoming inspection knowledge.
• ERP proficiency (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite) and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Procurement, demand planning, inventory management and logistics across domestic and international channels.
• Lead a team of buyers and planners (6 staff).
• Oversee supplier qualification and performance management.
• Develop inventory models to support launches and optimize stock.
• Drive cost reduction and improve lead times.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Cost reduction

Lead time improvement

Supplier qualification

Demand planning

Education

APICS CPIM or CSCP certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

Kovoro is seeking a dynamic Supply Chain Manager in Minneapolis to oversee procurement, demand planning, inventory management and logistics across domestic and international channels. You will lead a team of six buyers and planners and drive supplier qualification, performance management and cost reduction initiatives.

The role requires experience in FDA-regulated supply chains and ISO 13485 processes, with strong ERP skills (SAP, Oracle or NetSuite) and advanced Excel capabilities.