Sr Director, Supply Chain, Demand Planning - Inventory Optimization

Kaiser Permanente • Pleasanton, CA

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About The Position

Kaiser Permanente is searching for an innovative and strategic Sr. Director of Supply Chain - Inventory Optimization to lead inventory performance and operational advancement nationally across all our markets. This visionary leader will drive enterprise-wide inventory initiatives, standardize best practices, and champion data-driven solutions for supply continuity and risk mitigation. In addition to building and guiding a high-performing team, the Sr. Director will collaborate cross-functionally with IT, clinical, finance, and supply chain leaders, acting as a trusted partner driving improved inventory availability and working capital improvements. Ideal candidates will bring extensive experience in utilizing sophisticated inventory optimization tools and advanced analytics platforms with a proven ability to deliver measurable results through innovation and collaboration. Join Kaiser Permanente and be at the forefront of transforming healthcare inventory management in a dynamic workplace dedicated to excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum five (5) years of experience with databases and spreadsheets.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience managing operational or project budgets.
• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Social/Physical/Life Science, Business, or related field AND minimum eleven (11) years of experience in purchasing, contracting, negotiations, material management, logistics, finance, or directly related field OR Minimum fourteen (14) years of experience in Materials and Inventory Control/Management, Logistics, Finance, Distribution, or a directly related field.

Responsibilities

• Builds organizational capacity and prepares high potentials for growth opportunities and advancement.
• Provides framework for soliciting and acting on performance feedback.
• Models and drives continuous learning and oversees the recruitment, selection, and development of talent.
• Acts as a thought leader on industry trends, benchmarks, and best practices.
• Motivates and empowers teams; maintains a highly skilled and engaged workforce.
• Provides guidance when difficult decisions need to be made.
• Oversees the operation of multiple units and/or departments by identifying member and operational needs.
• Engages strategic, cross-functional business units to champion and drive support for business plans and priorities.
• Sets and communicates goals and objectives; analyzes resources, costs, and forecasts.
• Anticipates and removes obstacles that impact performance.
• Ensures long-term asset accounting by guiding and providing support for the asset approval processes.
• Ensures ongoing quality customer services by championing strategies to improve the resolution of customer issues.
• Ensures adequate levels of inventory are maintained by developing innovative strategies to resolve major disruptions in inventory.
• Maintains and improves supply chain and operations by directing complex and long-term activities.
• Ensures purchasing strategy is consistent with the overall national sourcing strategy.
• Ensures ongoing compliance with state and federal regulations, and company policy/procedures.
• Ensures suppliers/vendors performance and relationships by evaluating compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provides technical analysis and reporting services for others.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Workplace culture that champions innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree