Vice President of Supply Chain

Grand Rapids, MichiganFull-timePosted Oct 8, 2026

Job description

Shoulder Innovations (NYSE: SI) is advancing shoulder care through disciplined innovation and a strong values-driven culture. Our work is more than developing innovative shoulder solutions - it’s about how we show up for patients, teammates, and one another every day. Here, people are empowered to take ownership, elevate one another, and tackle meaningful challenges in an environment that values truth, teamwork, and doing things the right way.

As we continue our rapid growth, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on Vice President of Supply Chain to help lead our next stage of expansion. If you're a driven leader with a passion for building scalable supply chain organizations and advancing orthopedic care, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Supply Chain is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of the supply chain, including strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory planning, production planning, logistics, and supply chain performance. This role will develop and execute supply chain strategies that support growth, operational excellence, quality compliance, and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can balance strategic thinking with operational execution in a fast-paced medical device environment.

What You'll Do

Develop and execute the company's supply chain strategy to support business objectives and growth plans. Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management. Drive inventory planning and optimization efforts to maintain service levels while controlling costs. Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to align production capacity with forecasted demand.

Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, quality standards, and industry best practices. Lead Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes and demand planning initiatives. Identify and implement cost reduction and process improvement opportunities across the supply chain. Evaluate and leverage technology and systems to increase visibility, efficiency, and decision-making capability.

Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to ensure business continuity. Establish KPIs and reporting processes to monitor supply chain performance and drive continuous improvement. Build, develop, and lead a high-performing supply chain organization.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive supply chain or operations experience within the medical device industry. Demonstrated success leading supply chain organizations in a growth-oriented environment. Strong experience with SIOP, demand planning, supplier capacity planning, and inventory management.

Proven ability to drive operational improvements, cost savings, and performance enhancements. Experience with ERP and planning systems; Net. Suite and Net. Stock experience preferred. Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning capabilities.

MBA, APICS, CSCMP, or similar certifications are a plus. Why Choose Shoulder Innovations? At Shoulder Innovations, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a company that is changing the future of shoulder replacement technology. We value innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking, and we're committed to creating an environment where talented professionals can grow and thrive.

We offer: Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities Comprehensive benefits package Career growth and leadership development opportunities A collaborative, team-oriented culture The opportunity to help shape the future of a rapidly growing medical device company Join us as we continue advancing orthopedic shoulder care and delivering innovative solutions that improve outcomes for surgeons and patients worldwide.

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