Sr. Analyst, Supply Chain

Edwards Lifesciences; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Sr Analyst, Supply Chain in Irvine, CA to join our Global Operations Quality team. The role partners with manufacturing operations and sales to manage product flow and resolve complex issues.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Business or related field and 5+ years of experience, with expertise in Microsoft Office, Global Supply Chain, and Quality systems. Onsite work at the Irvine campus is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field and 5+ years of related experience (or equivalent)
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Global Supply Chain, and Quality systems (SQMS, JDE, JDA)
• Onsite role at Irvine, CA campus; ability to work onsite regularly

Responsibilities

• Assess and ensure compliance for Edwards, its vendors, and Edwards entities with government import/export laws across assigned regions.
• Provide guidance to departments across the supply chain continuum (plan, source, make, deliver) to manage product flow and resolve complex issues.
• Assess strategic global vendors to confirm cost, quality, delivery, technical, and service capabilities meet Edwards requirements; resolve supply chain issues.
• Develop and perform detailed, complex analysis to improve supply chain operations.
• Lead execution of complex supply chain projects (e.g., NPD introductions).
• Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions for applicable supply chain functions.
• Provide training and coaching to other supply chain team members.
• Perform other incidental duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Global Supply Chain

Quality Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

SQMS

JDE

JDA

Job description

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. OurSr Analyst, Supply Chainposition is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. Our Global Operations Quality team plays a central part in ensuring our products are delivered to patients with cardiovascular disease. You’ll partner cross-functionally with manufacturing operations and sales teams, delivering thoughtful solutions to complex challenges all while developing your knowledge of the medical device industry. Whether your work includes strategic inventory planning, labeling, warehouse management, material handling, or any of our other supply chain opportunities, you will be making a meaningful contribution to our team and to patients all over the world.

How you'll make an impact:

• Assess and ensure compliance for Edwards, its vendors, and Edwards entities with all government import and export laws across assigned countries and regions
• Provide guidance to departments across the supply chain continuum (plan, source, make, and deliver), including clinical, sales, marketing, and legal, to manage product flow and resolve issues of increased complexity with a higher level of autonomy
• Assess strategic global vendors to confirm cost, quality, delivery, technical, and service capabilities meet Edwards requirements; identify and resolve challenging supply chain issues
• Develop and perform detailed, complex analysis to improve supply chain operations
• Develop and lead the execution of complex supply chain projects (e.g., NPD introductions)
• Create and maintain processes and procedures (e.g., SOPs, work instructions) for applicable supply chain functions
• Provide training and coaching to other supply chain team members
• Perform other incidental duties as assigned by leadership

What you'll need (required):

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, plus 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience based on Edwards criteria
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Global Supply Chain, and Quality systems (e.g., SQMS, JDE, JDA)
• This role is based onsite at our Irvine, CA campus. Candidates must be able to work onsite regularly to support business and team requirements

What else we look for (preferred):

• Experience in a medical device and/or regulated industry, or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Global Supply Chain, and Quality systems (e.g., SQMS, JDE, JDA)
• Full knowledge of Edwards policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to local and/or global supply chain, including FDA and ISO regulations applicable to the medical device industry
• Familiarity and understanding of data analytics tools
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation and relationship management
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Leadership, talent development, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams, serving as a key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects, and with vendors and suppliers
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $81,000 to $116,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).