Manager I - Supply Chain 3rd Party Logistics

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role at Baxter

Responsible for Supply Chain Fulfillment and Third-Party Logistics (3PL) supplier management for US.  Provides day-to-day management and supports execution of strategic direction through management of operational activities, processes, and data/information and systems. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that optimize service, maximize profitability, and support business & commercial strategies.

What you'll be doing

• Seek to improve all aspects of the supply chain processes, tools and policies.

• Develops, implements, and executes daily third-party (3PL) management processes in support of supply chain fulfillment and business objectives.

• Maintain strong relationship with third-party (3PL) suppliers to optimize performance, resolve issues and develop improvement strategies to sustain Best in Class performance.

• Works with order management, sales & marketing, product managers, manufacturing, suppliers, distribution centers, transportation, and third-party logistics provider in support of business objectives.

• Maintain strong relationship with Planning & Deployment teams to optimize inventory costs.

• Leverage IT and analytical tools and resources to address issues and opportunities requiring decision making in support of goals and objectives.

• Accountable for maximizing service, in conjunction with fulfillment goals, through distribution.

• Lead and facilitate cross functional teams in support of various initiatives both within the supply chain organization and across the business units.

• Responsible to provide management with financial performance projections and proactively identifies issues impacting service.

• Responsible for financial management of 3PL activities in support of UCAN Supply Chain P&L.  These duties may include budget, forecast and monthly expense management.

• Adheres to all environmental, health and safety SOP’s, equipment, policies, and procedures, including any department specific requirements.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations/Logistics or similar degree. MBA preferred.

• 5 - 7 years related experience.

• Strong business acumen with thorough understanding of all aspects of the business including inventory, transportation, KPI’s, and service levels.

• Ability to do analyze data to systematically address complex business issues and opportunities.

• Strong communications skills across all levels and geographies of the organization.

• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

• Embraces change, challenges status quo, and makes recommendations for improvements to operations and processes (VIP development & management).

• Strong negotiating skills required.

• Effective stakeholder management.

• Drives results through team leadership and self.

• Needs good presentation skills.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $88,000 - $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonus. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

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Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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