VP, Global Fulfillment & Logistics

Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.; Milan (MO); Remote; USD 225,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote within the U.S.

Equipment provided

Health benefits

401k with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

11 paid holidays

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc. is seeking a Vice President, Global Inventory and Fulfillment to lead global logistics, warehousing, distribution, and inventory planning. You will align teams, systems, and controls with manufacturing, commercial growth, and regulatory requirements.

This fully remote role in the U.S. offers a competitive base salary, a bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package. You will manage 3PL relationships, optimize landed costs, and drive cost and service improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 15 years of progressive leadership in global supply chain, logistics, or fulfillment in medical devices.
• 8 years in senior management leading these teams.
• Strong financial acumen with cost modeling, P&L ownership, and budgeting.
• cGMP knowledge and familiarity with QSR/GMP principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead global freight, transportation, and distribution strategies to optimize landed cost.
• Manage finished goods positioning, inventory turns, in-stock rates, and ADOH reporting.
• Oversee 3PL, carrier, and international distributor relationships; negotiate SLAs.
• Oversee budgets, capital plans, and procurement controls.
• Establish international planning and distribution processes with distributors.
• Set and evaluate annual team goals and develop staff.

Skills

Global supply chain leadership

Logistics optimization

ERP knowledge

Financial acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or related field

Master's degree

APICS certification

Tools

ERP systems

MRP/planning software

Job description

GROW WITH US:Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take the “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.STAY AWESOME:Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology — an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we’re so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.comA DAY IN THE LIFE:The Vice President, Global Inventory and Fulfillment leads global logistics, warehousing, distribution, inventory planning, and fulfillment. This leader balances cost, service, and supply continuity while aligning teams, partners, systems, and controls with manufacturing, commercial growth, and regulatory requirements.WHAT YOU’LL DO:Lead global freight, transportation, and distribution strategies across air, sea, and land to optimize landed cost, inventory carrying cost, and service.Manage finished goods positioning, inventory turns, in-stock rates, peak capacity, and material inventory reporting, including average days on hand (ADOH).Lead 3PL, carrier, and international distributor relationships; negotiate contracts and enforce service-level agreements.Oversee operating budgets, capital plans, purchasing controls, and maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) procurement.Establishes and rapidly expands international business processes such as planning and distribution, including relationship with International Distributors.Lead department planning for headcount, budgets, training, and systems; select and develop staff and support performance reviews, merit recommendations, and promotions.Set, communicate, and evaluate annual team goals aligned with company priorities.WHAT YOU’LL NEED:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field; Master’s degree and APICS certification preferred.15 years of progressive leadership experience in global supply chain, logistics, or fulfillment within a medical device market greater than $500M, including 8 years in senior management leading these teams.Expertise in multi-region distribution centers, international trade and customs, high-volume inventory, production-cycle material planning, and procurement support for new products.Strong financial acumen, including cost modeling, P&L ownership, and annual resource and material budgeting; data-driven process and resource prioritization.Extensive ERP knowledge across planning, scheduling, purchasing, and inventory control.cGMP experience and strong knowledge of QSR/GMP principles, documentation, policies, procedures, protocols, work instructions, and inspection requirements.Ability to lead distributed teams across the US, EMEA, and Asia, collaborate across functions, communicate technical information and timelines, and drive quality and productivity improvements.WHEN & WHERE YOU’LL WORK:Remote (U.S.): This is a fully remote position open to candidates located within the United States, with a preference for individuals residing in the Eastern Time Zone. All necessary equipment will be provided, and onboarding and training will be conducted virtually.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:The starting base pay range for this position is $225,000 - $295,000 annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on candidate’s location and the overall job market. In addition to base pay, Tandem offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus and a robust benefits package.Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision available your first day, as well as health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts. You’ll also receive 11 paid holidays per year, unlimited PTO and you will have access to a 401k plan with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase plan. Learn more about Tandem’s benefits here!YOU SHOULD KNOW:Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and regulations. A conditional offer of employment from Tandem is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening process comprised of a drug test (excluding marijuana) and background check, which includes a review of criminal history information.Tandem has good cause to conduct a review of criminal history information of candidates for this position, as this role may involve access to proprietary, sensitive and/or confidential information, including customer protected health information. This review is required to ensure that individuals in such roles uphold high standards of trust and integrity so as to protect the interests of our customers, employees, and stakeholders.SPONSORSHIP:Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:At Tandem, we believe joy fuels excellence. That's why we've built a workplace that celebrates your achievements and supports your well-being. Our team thrives on pushing boundaries and fostering growth, all while maintaining a spirit of fun and camaraderie. This is just one of the ways we stay awesome! Explore the benefits and reasons to love Tandem at https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers.BE YOU, WITH US!We embrace the value that every single one of us brings to the table. But sometimes we forget that when we don’t meet 100% of a job description’s criteria – maybe you’re feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway. Because we want you to be you, with us.Tandem is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.REFERRALS:We love a good referral! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this position, please share!APPLICATION DEADLINE:The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications.Make a move that matters. Join Tandem Diabetes Care, where we're turning challenges into triumphs every day and where your talents will help shape a healthier, happier tomorrow.#LI-Remote #LI-DW1