Head of Supply Chain

Description

About You:You are a strategic and hands-on supply chain leader with a passion for establishing and building end-to-end supply chain operations in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. You bring deep experience in supply chain management within the medical device, diagnostics, or high-tech manufacturing sectors, with a proven ability to scale processes, drive cross-functional initiatives, and deliver results. Analytical and collaborative, you thrive on solving complex challenges, leading teams, and building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. You are motivated by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare through operational excellence and innovation.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives that support Vital Bio’s growth, new product introduction (NPI), and operational excellence objectives.
• Oversee supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management for NPI and ongoing production, including authoring and managing supplier-related change controls.
• Establish and manage master data and systems (e.g., MISys) to support new product development, design transfer, and ongoing manufacturing needs.
• Lead planning and execution of prototype procurement and assembly, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement by defining and implementing enhancements to supply chain processes, leveraging data and best practices to increase efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Responsible for achieving target CoGs for consumable and instrument products through a combination of sourcing, procurement and inventory strategies.
• Develop and maintain inventory strategies, ensuring optimal levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods to support production and minimize carrying costs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, conducting performance evaluations, managing lead times, and resolving quality, delivery, or pricing issues.
• Coordinate demand planning, production scheduling, and capacity planning in collaboration with internal teams to maximize resource utilization and meet business goals.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness by maintaining accurate documentation, managing change controls, and working closely with QA and compliance teams.
• Implement warehousing and logistics operations, including inbound/outbound freight, warehouse and inventory setup and management.
• Mentor and develop supply chain team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Act as a key partner to R&D, manufacturing, and commercial teams to ensure supply chain strategies align with product and business objectives.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with a focus on medical devices, diagnostics, or high-tech manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, supplier and inventory management, planning, logistics and distribution and NPI activities in a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (MISys or similar), inventory management, and production planning.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive process improvements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (FDA, ISO 13485, GMP) and audit preparedness.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience launching new products and supporting design transfer in a medical device or diagnostics setting.
• Background in managing CDMOs and outsourced manufacturing
• Previous experience with selecting and implementing scalable ERP systems
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with advanced analytics, KPI dashboards, and supply chain digitalization.
• Experience managing global supply chains and third-party logistics partners.
• An appreciation for puns and a positive, solutions-oriented mindset!

Benefits

At Vital Bio, you will:

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the supply chain that powers innovative diagnostics and impacts patient care worldwide.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a culture built on trust, agility, and ownership.
• Take ownership of your work and contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects.
• Grow professionally through exposure to cutting-edge science, technology, and supply chain best practices.
• Help build the future of accessible healthcare and make a real difference every day.

Vital is revolutionizing point-of-care diagnostics with our VitalOne platform, delivering real-time care wherever patients are. Our mission is to democratize health technology, making healthcare more accessible and proactive.
Our global team of experts spans chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics. We thrive on change, operate on trust, and value diverse perspectives. Our growth-minded culture empowers front-line decision-making and fosters impactful work.
We seek tenacious, bold individuals ready to transform healthcare. At Vital, your talent will make a difference as we work to ensure everyone has access to care when and where they need it.
Vital Biosciences Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated or AI-supported tools to assist with application review and screening. These tools are used to support, not replace, human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are always made by our hiring team.