Sr Mgr, Materials

Siemens Healthineers AG; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Siemens Healthineers in California seeks an experienced Materials Leader to oversee two Silicon Valley warehouses (San Jose and Palo Alto). You will manage 50–60 colleagues across sites and drive end-to-end materials flow, inventory accuracy, and lean improvements.

Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Procurement, and PM teams to ensure uninterrupted supply, implement process improvements, and ensure regulatory and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5–10+ years of leadership experience in materials or logistics.
• Proven ability to lead large teams across multiple locations.
• Experience with ERP systems for inventory and materials management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee materials management, warehousing, inventory control, receiving, storage, and shipping.
• Lead two Silicon Valley warehouses and ~50–60 employees across sites.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and a culture of safety and accountability.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow.

Skills

Leadership experience

Materials management

Warehouse operations

ERP systems

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP WM

SAP EWM

ERP software

Job description

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.Plans, coordinates and monitors the material management/logistics activities in projects, to ensure an economical supply to customers which is geared to the customer needs.This position is an onsite leadership role supporting two Silicon Valley locations, (San Jose, CA & Palo Alto, CA) with time regularly spent at both facilities throughout the workweek. The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on operational performance while providing strong long-term career growth opportunities within a global organization.ResponsibilitiesLead and develop a team of managers and approximately 50-60 employees across two Silicon Valley warehouse and materials operations locations.Oversee all aspects of materials management, warehousing, inventory control, receiving, storage, material handling, and shipping operations.Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, employee development, safety, and continuous improvement.Partner closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow and operational excellence.Develop, implement, and continuously improve materials, warehouse, and logistics processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.Identify operational challenges, determine root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions that improve performance and reduce recurring issues.Manage inventory accuracy and transactional integrity within ERP systems and warehouse management platforms.Monitor operational performance metrics and drive initiatives to improve productivity, service levels, quality, and cost efficiency.Support project-related supply chain and logistics activities, including material planning, transportation, packaging, inventory management, and supplier coordination.Participate in cross-functional project teams and support the implementation of process and operational changes.Evaluate logistics providers and suppliers, support vendor selection activities, and help develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks.Ensure compliance with company, regulatory, quality, and safety requirements in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.5-10+ years of progressive leadership experience in materials management, warehouse operations, logistics, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.Proven experience leading leaders and managing large teams across multiple locations.Strong knowledge of inventory management, warehouse operations, material flow, and supply chain processes.Experience utilizing ERP systems for inventory and materials management.Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements, solve complex operational challenges, and drive organizational change.Strong communication, relationship-building, and people leadership skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.Preferred QualificationsExperience with SAP, including WM (Warehouse Management) and EWM (Extended Warehouse Management) modules.Medical device, healthcare technology, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience.Experience supporting multi-site operations.Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certifications.Experience working within a global manufacturing or supply chain organization.Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree preferred; field of study is flexible.Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive experience in materials management, warehouse operations, supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing operations, including leadership responsibilities.*Budget for this role is 170k to 180k, based on background and experience*Who we are: We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.How we work: When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page here.The base pay range for this position is:Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. 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