VP Supply Chain

Description

Summary: This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role at an inflection point: demand is accelerating, and the next phase is about scaling reliably without breaking. Our product combines a multi-functional wearable patch with an AI-powered cloud interface and medical workflows to deliver a category-defining diagnostic platform at the intersection of sleep medicine and cardiology. We are looking for a deeply hands-on operator who wants to build-out our supply chain to continue to scale fast, hold up under pressure, and become a long-term competitive advantage. You will work directly with the CEO (a serial entrepreneur) and a team that has built and exited multiple successful companies. There is no large team to inherit. You will own the plan, gaps, execution, and outcomes. If you are someone who thrives in ambiguity, likes being close to the work, and wants to materially shape how a tangible product reaches patients at scale, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities: 1. Build, Operate, and Own a Resilient Supply Chain to Execute Production Ramp Own relationships and work hands-on (including onsite) with contract manufacturers and suppliers to resolve issues and keep production moving Proactively identify and work with engineering to mitigate all single points of failure including component obsolescence Own decisions on dual vs. single supply and manage business risks from manufacturing and supply chain Own internal relationships with commercial, customer service, finance, and engineering to execute production forecast to support accelerating demand Leverage our existing ERP system for high-level planning while building supplemental tools and processes to track and manage critical components at the BOM level Ensure on-time, reliable delivery across: Reusable electronic device (multi-sensor, cellular-enabled system) Disposable ECG patch Establish safety stock strategies and practical contingency plans Maintain real-time visibility into component-level risks (not just system-level signals) 2. Own Procurement with a Cash Lens Treat procurement as a value creation lever, not just a purchasing function Make clear, data-driven tradeoffs between: Lead times vs. inventory risk Price breaks vs. cash utilization Supply assurance vs. overcommitment Understand and actively manage with VP of Finance the cash flow and level implications of purchase commitments, MOQs, and inventory builds Avoid both stockouts and unnecessary inventory accumulation 3. Partner with Engineering and Order Fulfillment to Increase Gross Margin Work side-by-side with engineering on new features, product iterations, and cost improvements; not just down stream • Work side-by-side with order fulfillment and engineering to increase direct-to-patient and direct-to-clinic efficiency • Drive design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-cost (DFC) with vendors and part/labor reduction initiatives to decrease cost to serve 4. Own Metrics, Quality Partnership, and Continuous Improvement Define and actively manage vendor and component KPIs (on-time delivery, yield, lead times, weeks of supply, cost) Work closely with Quality on executing supplier scorecards that help track, trend, and respond to quality and production metrics Travel with Quality for site audits as needed Build and own vendor dashboards and reporting; initially doing this yourself Work with Quality to drive structured problem-solving and corrective actions across internal teams and external partners 5. Be a Builder Operate as a player-coach in a lean environment: do the work and build the function Create production related systems, processes, and structure from scratch Prioritize aggressively to support commercial growth Over time, build and scale a high-performing, focused team

Skills

Medical Device, Supply Chain, Contract Manufacturing, CDMO, FDA, ISO, Manufacturing, Vendor analysis, Purchasing experience, Supply chain management, Procurement, electrical engineering, Operations, Engineering, Project management, Negotiation, Engineering management, Inventory management

Top Skills Details

Medical Device,Supply Chain,Contract Manufacturing,CDMO,FDA,ISO,Manufacturing,Vendor analysis,Purchasing experience,Supply chain management,Procurement

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Qualifications 8-10 years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or operations leadership with ownership of execution Experience scaling hardware products (medical devices strongly preferred) in a regulated environment Direct experience operating within FDA and/or ISO-regulated environments (required) Track record of working hands-on in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments Deep experience with electronics contract manufacturing and supplier management Strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering and quality teams Deep experience building and using ERP systems for automated forecast and demand adjustment, with the ability to build supplemental tools for BOM-level visibility Comfortable owning both strategy and execution Strong preference for working onsite in Atlanta, GA (will consider exceptional remote candidates in the Southeast that can commit 2 week a month onsite)

Experience Level

Expert Level

This is a Permanent position based out of Atlanta, GA.

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $220000.00/yr.

Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Paid Time Off, Flexible work schedule

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $150,000 - $220,000