Distribution Manager

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.           

About the role:
The Distribution Manager is responsible for the direct management and handling of all inventory and warehousing distribution functions. They are accountable for inbound and outbound freight, as well as ensuring staff adherence to legislative, safety and organizational policies and procedures. The Distribution Manager will accomplish effective logistical oversight through strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage the reception, handling, distribution, and storage of all product, and material that come in and out of warehouse.
• Ensure the maintenance of accurate inventory counts.
• Communicate all delays or variances in inbound/outbound freight to the appropriate parties.
• Plan warehouse layout and space requirements in order to prevent loss or damage, and to achieve full warehouse optimization and minimize utilization of external warehouse.
• Lead continuous improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Manage an annual budget for inventory warehousing functions across the organization.
• Develop and/or enforce corporate policies regarding security and safety in order to maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain appropriate and complete documentation regarding regulated products and/or hazardous materials.
• Manage 5s activities to maintain cleanliness and organization across warehouse and inventory areas.
• Investigate causes of lost or damaged shipments and other matters; make adjustments where necessary.
• Maintain performance metrics and report on regular basis to senior management.
• Assess the need for, and arrange the purchase of, moving equipment like trailers, forklifts, crash pads, dollies, and so on.
• Manage a team of supervisors and associates, including hiring, delegation, training, performance evaluation, coaching, disciplinary actions, and termination.
• Coach/develop direct reports and perform annual performance reviews.
• Adhere to and promote the adherence to all Corporate, Quality and Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 7+ years of related experience in distribution, logistics or supply chain
• 2+ years of direct supervisory or mentorship experience
• Continuous improvement and/or Lean experience

Preferred qualifications:

• SAP experience 

Requisition ID: 598514 

Minimum Salary: $ 82600 

Maximum Salary: $ 156900 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.