VP Supply Chain Optimization

Medline; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 177,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Medline is seeking an accomplished leader to drive profitability and growth in the Supply Chain Optimization organization. You will develop and execute strategies to improve efficiency, resilience, and customer-focused service across end-to-end supply chain operations.

The role requires deep experience in cost savings, division P&L, vendor relationships, and technology-enabled improvements. As a senior leader, you will collaborate with sales, finance, IT, and operations to align strategic

Qualifications

• Strategic planning and resource allocation capabilities.
• Leadership to direct and shape operations.
• Forecasting and budgeting experience.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain optimization strategy across the organization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with key stakeholders to ensure seamless supply chain integration and execution.
• Financials: Full profit and loss responsibility for the division and optimize returns on investments.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Risk Management: Develop risk mitigation strategies for resilience and regulatory compliance.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners.
• Technology Solutions: Support adoption of advanced supply chain technologies to drive improvement.
• Performance Measurement: Establish KPIs and monitor performance with data-driven insights.
• Culture/Environment: Promote cross-functional planning and teamwork to achieve business objectives.
• Management Responsibility: Lead the division’s leadership and HR activities, setting performance standards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Accountable for the profitability and growth of the Supply Chain Optimization organization. Responsible for developing and executing strategies that enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and resilience of Medline customer’s end-to-end supply chain operations. Drive initiatives to optimize logistics, inventory management, and distribution, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements. Primary areas of focus and performance: Supply chain cost savings and efficiency improvements; Division Profit and loss; New Prime Vendor wins; Customer retention

Job Description Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership Serve as thought leader by maintaining knowledge of trends, developments, new technologies, and market conditions relevant to the product line(s) and industry. Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain optimization strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and market dynamics. Work with sales leaders to create a vision for strategic customer relationships.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Consult at subordinate levels within the Organization, providing leadership and influence across business units. Partner with key stakeholders - including inventory management, division 17, real estate, manufacturing, sales, finance, and IT - to ensure seamless supply chain integration and execution. Responsible for positive, functional partnerships within Medline: Operations, Transportation, Sales and Customers Represent Medline at official functions, at meetings or conventions to promote services, exchange ideas, or accomplish objectives.
• Financials Full profit and loss statement responsibility for the division. Grow and retain Medline’s Prime Vendor relationships in collaboration with Commercial Sales Accountable for all resource and investment allocation decisions in support of the vision and strategy to satisfy customer needs. Required to provide recommendations to optimize returns on resource investments. Prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programs.
• Process Improvement Identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements across all supply chain functions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality and service levels. Implementation and impact of process improvement initiatives.
• Risk Management Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure supply chain resilience, business continuity, and compliance with regulatory requirements for Medline’s customers.
• Supplier Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners to support innovation, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Technology Solutions Support in the adoption of advanced supply chain technologies, such as automation, data analytics, AI, and other customer support systems, to drive continuous improvement.
• Performance Measurement Establish KPIs and monitor supply chain performance, using data-driven insights to identify opportunities for further optimization.
• Culture/Environment Facilitate, coordinate and promote cooperative cross-functional planning and teamwork. Create processes and tactics that drive the company to achieve its overall business objectives. Encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Management Responsibility Lead (organizes, plans, directs, staffs, coordinates, and communicates) the division’s management team and staff to execute the business plan, as well as changes to operations needed to meet company-specific goals. Provide guidance and direction to subordinate leaders, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. Direct human resources activities, including the approval of human resource plans or activities, the selection of directors or other high-level staff, or establishment or organization of major departments.

Required Experience

Education Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

Work Experience

15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Demonstrated expertise in supply chain optimization, process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma), and technology integration. Proven track record of driving results in complex, global, and fast-paced environments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Management skills to direct and shape an organization’s operations including managing budgets, business plans and employees. Experience developing strategic initiatives which align with business goals and budget. Forecasting and budgeting experience; thorough understanding of fiscal management techniques. Leadership skills for leading an organization and coordinating resources, policies and employees. Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, in the business community & with vendors. Communication skills to persuasively and clearly discuss issues and negotiating with direct subordinates while explaining their decisions and policies to those both outside and within the organization. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Position Requires

Travel for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Salary and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position: $177,000.00 - $266,000.00 Annual. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

• Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average.
• For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Through our culture of belonging, our agile and resilient global team is determined to get our customers exactly what they need, at the right time, every time.

If you’re a self-starter, eager to grow your career within a high-performing environment, this is the place for you.

Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. To learn more about how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit www.medline.com.