Empower Pharmacy
Director, Materials Management 503A - Houston, TX
Empower Pharmacy, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Company Overview
Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.What sets us apart is our relentless focus on three core values: People, Quality and Service. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.
Position Summary
The Director of Materials Management has a pivotal role within Empower Pharmacy, driving the efficiency and effectiveness of our supply chain and material management processes. This position plays a critical part in ensuring that our operations align with the company’s core values of people, service, quality, and innovation. The Director is responsible for the seamless execution of the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring that the planning, procurement, and distribution of materials are conducted with precision and foresight to avoid any disruptions in production or customer deliveries.This role also involves being the primary owner and Subject Matter Expert for our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system's supply chain modules. The Director will oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of these systems to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the business. The ability to create and analyze business models using tools like Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and MiniTab is essential for providing actionable insights and driving continuous improvement across all material management activities.In collaboration with senior leadership, the Director of Materials Management will contribute strategically to the long-term planning of Empower Pharmacy’s product portfolio, ensuring that our material management practices support the company’s growth objectives. This includes managing inventory, warehousing, and distribution processes to minimize costs and enhance efficiency, while also implementing waste tracking and inventory cycle counts to maintain elevated levels of accuracy and operational excellence.We invite candidates who are passionate about making a significant impact on our operations and who are aligned with our mission of producing innovative medications that help people live healthier, happier lives. Join us in expanding access to quality, affordable medication by applying your expertise in materials management to this dynamic and influential role.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the effectiveness of the weekly/monthly S&OP process, ensuring there is a continuous improvement approach to enhancing the planning through engagement and accuracy.Ensures there are no raw material outages (within band of control), ensuring service levels are maintained so that there are no production or customer shipping delays throughout the year.Responsible owner in the ERP implementation for the supply chain modules. Following launch, this position serves as the item expert owner, internal Subject Matter Expert, and responsible owner of the ERP solution.Able to create and illustrate business models via Microsoft Excel, Power BI, MiniTab, and other technology platforms when data is not readily presentable to demonstrate and evaluate business needs.Serves as a tactical partner to other business leaders in the S&OP process to ensure 6-months planning is set and demonstrates measured improvement quarter over quarter.Acts as a key strategic advisor to the Vice President of Supply Chain and other senior executives, playing an integral role in shaping Empower Pharmacy’s product portfolio for the next 3, 5, and 10 years.Creates, implements, and manages waste tracking, ensuring business leaders are well informed of root causes and are provided with corrective and preventative countermeasures resulting in reduced waste costs quarter over quarter.Works with other warehouse and logistics leaders to ensure efficient material management.Responsible partner for capacity planning for each site, ensuring there is space for materials based on storage conditions, flow, in coordination with expert-site-planning and site utilization.Responsible owner of any and all inventory management solutions at the company.Works with IT and other business partners to consolidate materials management platforms to the ERP and other supported business solutions.Oversees the management of a standalone warehouse that operates independently from core functions like pharmacy operations and manufacturing.Collaborates with leadership across operations, aligning efforts with manufacturing, research and development, and supply chain for product development.Manages inventory, warehousing, and distribution to meet company goals and minimize costs.Creates, implements, and maintains an inventory cycle count for all sites, ensuring an accuracy of 95%+ for common items (indirect materials) and 99%+ for critical/high value items (direct materials and finished goods).Coordinates with finance for inventory management, including physical reconciliations, to meet internal audit requirements.Implements Kanban systems for material replenishment, aligning with production plans.Ensures smooth logistics for material transport between company facilities, suppliers, and customers.Participates in Lean/Six Sigma projects for continuous process and quality improvement.Builds a team to be able to take care of business needs and assists in leading the areas whenever a subordinate leader is not present.Performs other duties as assigned.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus, warehouses, and travel to the company’s locations. The employee might at times be required to lift up to 50lbs. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Knowledge and Skills
Versatile supply chain management skills with the ability to serve as a key backup.Expertise in leading S&OP meetings and providing accurate forecasts.Expertise in creating reports through Microsoft Excel.Proficiency in creating reports through analytics tools such as Power BI, MiniTab, etc.Proven ability to optimize production capacity and streamline manufacturing processes.Skilled in inventory planning, warehousing, and distribution strategy, with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness.Knowledge of ERP systems with concentration on Inventory, Planning, Purchasing, and Manufacturing modules.Ability to drive continuous improvement, lead strategic sourcing initiatives, and implement sustainability practices in materials management.Key CompetenciesCustomer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or in the life sciences.Minimum of 15 years of experience in an operations environment (planning, warehousing, and distribution functions).Minimum 10 years previous leadership experience required.Minimum of 5 years of previous leadership experience in managing S&OP in a manufacturing environment (preferably Pharmaceutical).Experience within a Food and Drug Administration regulated, pharma manufacturing environment.Experience in managing warehouse functions, including large-scale facilities.Experience with managing Drug Enforcement Agency controlled substances and materials requiring different environmental solutions.Experience in implementing a cloud-based ERP such as Oracle Fusion or similar systems, particularly in inventory, manufacturing and Material Requirements Planning modules.Experience in risk management, identifying and mitigating supply chain and inventory risks.
Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness
No-Cost Medication : Get your prescribed compounded medications at no cost, ensuring your health without the financial burden.Onsite Health & Wellness – IV Therapy Drips:
Rejuvenate with complimentary onsite IV Therapy drips, enhancing your well-being and energy levels.Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Options:
Choose from three medical plans tailored to your needs, plus options for dental and vision coverage for you and your family.Telehealth visits:
Access board-certified Doctors anytime, anywhere for you and your family.Paid & Volunteer Time Off:
Enjoy paid time off for personal pursuits and contribute to causes you care about with volunteer time off.Paid Holidays (8 scheduled; 2 floating):
Celebrate with eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays, giving you flexibility and time for personal traditions.Life & AD&D Coverage:
Secure your and your family's financial future with life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.FSA (Flexible Spending Account):
Manage healthcare expenses smartly with pre-tax dollars in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).401K Dollar-for-Dollar Up to 4%:
Invest in your future with our 401K plan, featuring a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.Company Paid Long-Term Disability:
Provided at no cost, which replaces 60% of your income if you become disabled for a long period of time.Flexible Schedules:
Balance work and life seamlessly with our flexible scheduling options.Rewards & Recognition Program:
Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed – enjoy rewards and recognition beyond your paycheck.Additional Voluntary BenefitsAccident Insurance:
Pays a lump sum benefit to help cover expenses following an accidental injury.Hospital Indemnity Insurance:
Enhance your peace of mind with supplemental hospital insurance for unexpected stays.Critical Illness:
Protect your finances from the expenses of a serious health issue.Short-Term Disability:
Protect your income during illness or injury with short-term disability coverage.Supplemental Life & AD&D:
Add an extra layer of financial protection for you and your loved ones with supplemental life and AD&D coverage.Legal Services:
Access professional legal assistance to address concerns confidently.Identity Theft Protection:
Safeguard your identity and finances with our identity theft protection benefit.Pet Insurance:
Care for your furry family members with our pet insurance coverage.Employee Assistance Program:
Confidential counseling and support services for a holistic approach to your well-being.
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Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.What sets us apart is our relentless focus on three core values: People, Quality and Service. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.
Position Summary
The Director of Materials Management has a pivotal role within Empower Pharmacy, driving the efficiency and effectiveness of our supply chain and material management processes. This position plays a critical part in ensuring that our operations align with the company’s core values of people, service, quality, and innovation. The Director is responsible for the seamless execution of the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring that the planning, procurement, and distribution of materials are conducted with precision and foresight to avoid any disruptions in production or customer deliveries.This role also involves being the primary owner and Subject Matter Expert for our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system's supply chain modules. The Director will oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of these systems to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the business. The ability to create and analyze business models using tools like Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and MiniTab is essential for providing actionable insights and driving continuous improvement across all material management activities.In collaboration with senior leadership, the Director of Materials Management will contribute strategically to the long-term planning of Empower Pharmacy’s product portfolio, ensuring that our material management practices support the company’s growth objectives. This includes managing inventory, warehousing, and distribution processes to minimize costs and enhance efficiency, while also implementing waste tracking and inventory cycle counts to maintain elevated levels of accuracy and operational excellence.We invite candidates who are passionate about making a significant impact on our operations and who are aligned with our mission of producing innovative medications that help people live healthier, happier lives. Join us in expanding access to quality, affordable medication by applying your expertise in materials management to this dynamic and influential role.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the effectiveness of the weekly/monthly S&OP process, ensuring there is a continuous improvement approach to enhancing the planning through engagement and accuracy.Ensures there are no raw material outages (within band of control), ensuring service levels are maintained so that there are no production or customer shipping delays throughout the year.Responsible owner in the ERP implementation for the supply chain modules. Following launch, this position serves as the item expert owner, internal Subject Matter Expert, and responsible owner of the ERP solution.Able to create and illustrate business models via Microsoft Excel, Power BI, MiniTab, and other technology platforms when data is not readily presentable to demonstrate and evaluate business needs.Serves as a tactical partner to other business leaders in the S&OP process to ensure 6-months planning is set and demonstrates measured improvement quarter over quarter.Acts as a key strategic advisor to the Vice President of Supply Chain and other senior executives, playing an integral role in shaping Empower Pharmacy’s product portfolio for the next 3, 5, and 10 years.Creates, implements, and manages waste tracking, ensuring business leaders are well informed of root causes and are provided with corrective and preventative countermeasures resulting in reduced waste costs quarter over quarter.Works with other warehouse and logistics leaders to ensure efficient material management.Responsible partner for capacity planning for each site, ensuring there is space for materials based on storage conditions, flow, in coordination with expert-site-planning and site utilization.Responsible owner of any and all inventory management solutions at the company.Works with IT and other business partners to consolidate materials management platforms to the ERP and other supported business solutions.Oversees the management of a standalone warehouse that operates independently from core functions like pharmacy operations and manufacturing.Collaborates with leadership across operations, aligning efforts with manufacturing, research and development, and supply chain for product development.Manages inventory, warehousing, and distribution to meet company goals and minimize costs.Creates, implements, and maintains an inventory cycle count for all sites, ensuring an accuracy of 95%+ for common items (indirect materials) and 99%+ for critical/high value items (direct materials and finished goods).Coordinates with finance for inventory management, including physical reconciliations, to meet internal audit requirements.Implements Kanban systems for material replenishment, aligning with production plans.Ensures smooth logistics for material transport between company facilities, suppliers, and customers.Participates in Lean/Six Sigma projects for continuous process and quality improvement.Builds a team to be able to take care of business needs and assists in leading the areas whenever a subordinate leader is not present.Performs other duties as assigned.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus, warehouses, and travel to the company’s locations. The employee might at times be required to lift up to 50lbs. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Knowledge and Skills
Versatile supply chain management skills with the ability to serve as a key backup.Expertise in leading S&OP meetings and providing accurate forecasts.Expertise in creating reports through Microsoft Excel.Proficiency in creating reports through analytics tools such as Power BI, MiniTab, etc.Proven ability to optimize production capacity and streamline manufacturing processes.Skilled in inventory planning, warehousing, and distribution strategy, with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness.Knowledge of ERP systems with concentration on Inventory, Planning, Purchasing, and Manufacturing modules.Ability to drive continuous improvement, lead strategic sourcing initiatives, and implement sustainability practices in materials management.Key CompetenciesCustomer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or in the life sciences.Minimum of 15 years of experience in an operations environment (planning, warehousing, and distribution functions).Minimum 10 years previous leadership experience required.Minimum of 5 years of previous leadership experience in managing S&OP in a manufacturing environment (preferably Pharmaceutical).Experience within a Food and Drug Administration regulated, pharma manufacturing environment.Experience in managing warehouse functions, including large-scale facilities.Experience with managing Drug Enforcement Agency controlled substances and materials requiring different environmental solutions.Experience in implementing a cloud-based ERP such as Oracle Fusion or similar systems, particularly in inventory, manufacturing and Material Requirements Planning modules.Experience in risk management, identifying and mitigating supply chain and inventory risks.
Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness
No-Cost Medication : Get your prescribed compounded medications at no cost, ensuring your health without the financial burden.Onsite Health & Wellness – IV Therapy Drips:
Rejuvenate with complimentary onsite IV Therapy drips, enhancing your well-being and energy levels.Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Options:
Choose from three medical plans tailored to your needs, plus options for dental and vision coverage for you and your family.Telehealth visits:
Access board-certified Doctors anytime, anywhere for you and your family.Paid & Volunteer Time Off:
Enjoy paid time off for personal pursuits and contribute to causes you care about with volunteer time off.Paid Holidays (8 scheduled; 2 floating):
Celebrate with eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays, giving you flexibility and time for personal traditions.Life & AD&D Coverage:
Secure your and your family's financial future with life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.FSA (Flexible Spending Account):
Manage healthcare expenses smartly with pre-tax dollars in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).401K Dollar-for-Dollar Up to 4%:
Invest in your future with our 401K plan, featuring a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.Company Paid Long-Term Disability:
Provided at no cost, which replaces 60% of your income if you become disabled for a long period of time.Flexible Schedules:
Balance work and life seamlessly with our flexible scheduling options.Rewards & Recognition Program:
Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed – enjoy rewards and recognition beyond your paycheck.Additional Voluntary BenefitsAccident Insurance:
Pays a lump sum benefit to help cover expenses following an accidental injury.Hospital Indemnity Insurance:
Enhance your peace of mind with supplemental hospital insurance for unexpected stays.Critical Illness:
Protect your finances from the expenses of a serious health issue.Short-Term Disability:
Protect your income during illness or injury with short-term disability coverage.Supplemental Life & AD&D:
Add an extra layer of financial protection for you and your loved ones with supplemental life and AD&D coverage.Legal Services:
Access professional legal assistance to address concerns confidently.Identity Theft Protection:
Safeguard your identity and finances with our identity theft protection benefit.Pet Insurance:
Care for your furry family members with our pet insurance coverage.Employee Assistance Program:
Confidential counseling and support services for a holistic approach to your well-being.
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