Hybrid Vice President – Supply Chain Management

at Prescott's, Inc

• Job title: Vice President – Supply Chain Management
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: ERP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Kansas City, United States

About the role

• Vice President overseeing supply chain strategies for Prescott’s medical device services. Driving operational efficiencies, supplier partnerships, and compliance in a dynamic leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition from decentralized purchasing to a centralized procurement model that maximizes scale, efficiency, and compliance; design organizational structures to support future centralization of procurement and supply chain.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with company objectives and enhance operational efficiency.
• Establish enterprise-wide sourcing strategies to reduce cost, consolidate vendors, and standardize terms and conditions.
• Build and manage a preferred supplier network across multiple categories of medical devices to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and resilient supply.
• Oversee supplier performance management, including metrics for on-time delivery, cost, quality, and innovation.
• Develop processes to ensure all supplier agreements meet regulatory and quality requirements and support risk mitigation.
• Deploy systems and tools to enable enterprise-wide visibility into supplier spend, contracts, and performance.
• Introduce category management, e-procurement, and digital supplier platforms to modernize procurement practices.
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers to secure cost-effective, reliable, and high-quality products.
• Implement demand planning and forecasting processes that align with production and field service requirements.
• Develop supply chain KPIs to drive operational excellence and visibility across the enterprise; leverage analytics to identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency gains, and supply assurance.
• Build and mentor a high-performing supply chain and procurement team across all medical device modalities with capabilities across sourcing, contracting, logistics, and planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for measuring supply chain performance and monitor progress toward goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product lifecycle management and drive initiatives for process improvements.
• Conduct regular assessments of supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the supply chain team.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and best practices throughout the supply chain.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field; an MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.
• 15+ years of experience in supply chain management experience, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong background in medical devices, healthcare, or other regulated industries preferred.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing effective supply chain strategies that drive business success.
• Demonstrated success in building or leading centralized procurement or supply chain organizations.
• Expertise in procurement strategy, sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Proven ability to lead organizational changes and drive enterprise transformation.
• Excellent people leadership, collaboration and communication, and change management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and supply chain management tools a plus, preferably Netsuite.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support supply chain operations and engage with suppliers and customers.

Benefits

• Bonus Eligibility: Annual bonuses based on performance and discretionary company plan
• Paid time off
• Healthcare insurance (medical dental, and vision coverage)
• Accident insurance, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Short term (employee paid) and long-term disability (employer paid)
• Life insurance (including supplemental, spouse and child)
• 401K plan with company matching
• Company paid cell phone
• Continuous learning and development - offering opportunities for training, workshops, and certifications
• Our fun and inclusive work environment celebrates diversity and fosters growth, making every day an opportunity to thrive