Supply Chain Manager

DCI Donor Services, Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 184 hours

Sick time 72 hours

Health plans PPO/HDHP

Dental & Vision coverage

403(b) with match

Life insurance

Wellness program

Supplemental insurance

Insurance discounts

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank (DCIDS) is seeking a results-driven Supply Chain Manager in Nashville, TN to lead purchasing, inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics for a reliable production schedule. You will develop staff, establish planning controls, and optimize supplier performance to minimize costs while preserving quality and supply continuity.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field and at least three years of experience, with ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of progressively responsible supply chain or materials management experience.
• CTBS/AATB certification preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP or inventory systems and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to pass MVR checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing, materials, and logistics teams, including staffing, training, and performance management.
• Set and review par levels for supplies based on production forecast and lead times.
• Manage purchasing, replenishment, supplier relationships, and delivery performance; cut material costs.
• Oversee material receiving, storage, and replenishment for processing areas.
• Maintain accurate inventory records with cycle counts and expiration monitoring.
• Coordinate sterilization shipments and return receiving for timely turnaround and traceability.
• Oversee lyophilization scheduling and operations per approved procedures.
• Collaborate with Sales, R&D, Production, Quality, and Facilities to resolve material issues.

Skills

Leadership

Supplier management

Inventory control

Purchasing

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management/related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Supply Chain Manager

Administrative Tissue Regular Full-Time Management Nashville, TN, US

DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank (DCIDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at DCIDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager in the Tissue Bank. The Supply Chain Manager leads purchasing, inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics to support and maintain a reliable production schedule. Responsibilities include replenishment of processing areas, coordination of sterilization shipments and return receiving, and oversight of lyophilizer operations to meet production requirements.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the manager develops staff, develops and maintains planning and inventory controls, and manages supplier relationships and performance to ensure on-time delivery. The manager identifies opportunities to reduce material expenses through effective sourcing, purchasing, and inventory practices while maintaining quality and supply reliability. The role coordinates priorities with Production and Quality and ensures departmental activities comply with established procedures and quality requirements.

COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION

For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: Sierra Donor Services in New Mexico and California, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.

Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavour is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life.

With the help of our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

Key responsibilities this position will perform include:

• Lead purchasing, materials, and logistics teams, including staffing, training, employee development, and performance management.
• Establish, maintain, and routinely review par levels for all supplies based on production forecast, usage trends, and supplier lead times. Ensure adequate materials are on hand to meet scheduled production requirements and minimize downtime caused by stockouts.
• Manage purchasing and replenishment activities, supplier relationships, and delivery performance; resolve supply issues and identify opportunities to reduce material expenses.
• Oversee material receiving, storage, and replenishment of processing areas, ensuring proper handling and stock rotation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, reconciliation, and expiration monitoring to minimize excess inventory and waste.
• Coordinate terminal sterilization shipments and return receiving, ensuring timely turnaround, traceability, and accurate documentation.
• Oversee lyophilization scheduling, staffing, and operations to meet production requirements following approved procedures.
• Collaborate with Sales, R&D, Production, Quality, and Facilities to resolve material, equipment, and workflow issues affecting throughput.
• Manage assigned budgets, monitor departmental performance, and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, training, safety, and quality requirements; support audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations, or related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
  
• 3 years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain or materials management, including purchasing, material planning, inventory control and warehouse operations. Experience in regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• CTBS/AATB certification preferred
  
• Proficient with ERP or inventory management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Ability to analyze material usage, inventory levels, supplier lead times, and performance data to support purchasing and replenishment decisions.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements
  
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications to include Word and PowerPoint is required

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Up to 184 hours of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon

**New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination.**

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.