Senior Distribution Supervisor - John's Creek
Alpharetta, GA, US, 30009
Additional Location(s): N/A
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:
Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day.
Are you an experienced operations leader with a passion for developing talent and driving operational excellence? We are seeking a Senior Outbound Distribution Supervisor to lead our outbound fulfillment operations at our Johns Creek, Georgia, distribution center. In this highly visible leadership role, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely, accurate and compliant distribution of life-changing medical devices to customers across the United States and around the world.
As a senior operations leader, you will provide strategic direction for outbound distribution while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and employee engagement. You will partner cross-functionally to optimize operational performance, enhance the customer experience and support the organization's long-term supply chain strategy.
Work model, sponsorship, relocation:
This position is based on-site at our Johns Creek, Georgia, facility.
Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.
Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Occasional weekend and holiday support may be required based on business needs.
Your responsibilities will include:
● Lead, coach and develop frontline supervisors and warehouse associates while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
● Provide strategic leadership for outbound warehouse operations, including picking, packing, shipping, partial shipments and domestic and international LTL fulfillment.
● Drive operational excellence by achieving safety, quality, service, productivity and cost objectives while ensuring exceptional customer service.
● Develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean principles, root cause analysis and operational data to improve performance.
● Partner with Global Supply Chain, Planning, Transportation, Quality, Engineering and Customer Service to resolve complex operational challenges and improve end-to-end business processes.
● Monitor and analyze operational metrics to identify trends, develop action plans and achieve department and business performance goals.
● Lead workforce planning activities, including staffing strategies, labor planning, scheduling and overtime management to support current and future business demands.
● Champion a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with all company safety policies, quality systems and FDA regulatory requirements.
● Lead the implementation of strategic operational initiatives, automation projects and technology enhancements that improve efficiency and scalability.
● Ensure data integrity across operational systems, including SAP, Manhattan, Kronos and Labor Management Systems.
● Oversee departmental equipment, automation assets and facility resources to maximize operational effectiveness.
● Manage department budgets, operating expenses and productivity initiatives while identifying opportunities for cost savings.
● Lead performance management activities, including coaching, employee development, succession planning, talent reviews, performance evaluations, corrective actions and recognition programs.
● Ensure compliance with functional operating procedures, standard work instructions and all applicable company policies.
● Build strong cross-functional relationships and effectively communicate business priorities across all levels of the organization.
Qualifications:
Required qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain or warehouse operations, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
● Minimum of 3 years' experience leading supervisors, team leads or large operational teams.
● Minimum of 5 years' experience supporting high-volume distribution or fulfillment operations.
● Experience managing operational metrics, labor planning, staffing and departmental budgets.
● Experience utilizing Warehouse Management Systems, Labor Management Systems and ERP platforms.
● Experience with commercial invoice documentation and LTL shipment management.
● Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
● Ability to manage multiple operational and reporting systems simultaneously.
Preferred qualifications:
● Minimum of 7 years' experience in distribution or supply chain operations.
● Experience leading operations within a regulated manufacturing or medical device environment.
● Experience with SAP, Manhattan or comparable Warehouse Management Systems.
● Experience applying Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies and root cause analysis.
● Experience leading warehouse automation or material handling system implementations.
● Experience managing international shipping and export compliance.
● Experience with Labor Management Systems.
● Medical device distribution experience.
● Bilingual in English and Spanish
Requisition ID: 631040
Minimum Salary: $ 71500
Maximum Salary: $ 135800
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.
Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
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 identity, 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.
Nearest Major Market: Alpharetta
Nearest Secondary Market: Atlanta
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