Sr Mgr, Materials
Siemens Healthineers
Summary
Plans, coordinates and monitors the material management/logistics activities in projects, to ensure an economical supply to customers which is geared to the customer needs. This position is an onsite leadership role supporting two Silicon Valley locations (San Jose, CA & Palo Alto, CA) with time regularly spent at both facilities throughout the workweek.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of managers and approximately 50-60 employees across two Silicon Valley warehouse and materials operations locations.
- Oversee all aspects of materials management, warehousing, inventory control, receiving, storage, material handling, and shipping operations.
- Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, employee development, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Partner closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow and operational excellence.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve materials, warehouse, and logistics processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
- Identify operational challenges, determine root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions that improve performance and reduce recurring issues.
- Manage inventory accuracy and transactional integrity within ERP systems and warehouse management platforms.
- Monitor operational performance metrics and drive initiatives to improve productivity, service levels, quality, and cost efficiency.
- Support project-related supply chain and logistics activities, including material planning, transportation, packaging, inventory management, and supplier coordination.
- Participate in cross-functional project teams and support the implementation of process and operational changes.
- Evaluate logistics providers and suppliers, support vendor selection activities, and help develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks.
- Ensure compliance with company, regulatory, quality, and safety requirements in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
- 5-10+ years of progressive leadership experience in materials management, warehouse operations, logistics, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading leaders and managing large teams across multiple locations.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management, warehouse operations, material flow, and supply chain processes.
- Experience utilizing ERP systems for inventory and materials management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements, solve complex operational challenges, and drive organizational change.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and people leadership skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SAP, including WM (Warehouse Management) and EWM (Extended Warehouse Management) modules.
- Medical device, healthcare technology, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience.
- Experience supporting multi-site operations.
- Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certifications.
- Experience working within a global manufacturing or supply chain organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field
- 5-10+ years of progressive leadership experience in materials management, warehouse operations, logistics, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
- Proven experience leading leaders and managing large teams across multiple locations
- Strong knowledge of inventory management, warehouse operations, material flow, and supply chain processes
- Experience utilizing ERP systems for inventory and materials management
- Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements, solve complex operational challenges, and drive organizational change
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and people leadership skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization
- Experience with SAP, including WM and EWM modules
- Medical device, healthcare technology, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience
- Experience supporting multi-site operations
- Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certifications
- Experience working within a global manufacturing or supply chain organization
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
- Paid Parking/Public Transportation
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick and Safe Time
Company overview
Siemens Healthineers is a German multinational medical technology company specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and molecular medicine. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Siemens AG, the company has established itself as a global leader in healthcare technology with a comprehensive portfolio that addresses the complete care continuum for many of the world's most threatening diseases. With approximately 69,500 employees worldwide and operations in over 70 countries, Siemens Healthineers generates annual revenues exceeding €21 billion. The company's product offerings span across four main business segments: Imaging (including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray systems), Diagnostics (laboratory and point-of-care testing), Varian (cancer care and radiation therapy), and Advanced Therapies. Siemens Healthineers is particularly renowned for pioneering breakthroughs in medical imaging, having developed the world's first commercial PET/CT scanner and continuing to innovate in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital health solutions, and precision therapy. The company's commitment to research and development, with annual investments of approximately €1.5 billion, drives its mission to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere, sustainably.