Senior Manager- SWAT at Vontive

Deerfield, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical Devices, Kidney CareIndustries

Requirements

Ability to lead internal/external cross-functional teams to resolve sophisticated technical issues threatening supply continuity
Ability to cultivate collaboration by building positive relationships with internal partners (plant managers, QMRs, business segment leaders, procurement partners, etc.)
Ability to simplify the complex to solve business problems and drive business results
Expertise in coaching suppliers on key tools and methods, such as root cause analysis, 5 Whys, MSA, Gage R&R, capability analysis, FMEA, control plan, tooling capacity, OEE, statistical process control charts, DMAIC, SCAR, PPAP, PAPA, Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

Manage supplier development engineering across one or more Vantive business segments in alignment with core end-to-end supply chain functions, driving continuous improvement of supply base quality, delivery, productivity, and service performance
Ensure raw material supply continuity to Vantive manufacturing plants, supplier manufacturing capability assessment, key Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) deliverables, and ongoing continuous improvement of supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost reduction, capacity planning, proactive risk mitigation)
Maintain alignment between supplier, Vantive manufacturing plant, engineering, supply chain, and broader procurement organization
Discern whether issues are supplier-caused, raise issues (management reporting), and provide data that would support cost recovery, where appropriate
Project manage internal/external cross-functional teams: assign clear action owners, establish target completion dates, hold disciplined follow-ups during team operating mechanisms, anticipate project risks, and proactively establish risk mitigations and contingency plans
Perform supplier capability assessments and/or audits related to process controls, manufacturing capabilities, and lean maturity; publish assessment reports outlining non-conformities, opportunities for improvement, and work closely with suppliers to plan/implement appropriate and timely corrective actions
Maintain relationships with key external suppliers/partners and internal collaborators/customers (manufacturing operations, planning and fulfillment, quality, business segments, engineering, etc.), promoting collaboration, diversity, and a cross-functional approach to solving business problems and driving business results
Drive supply base improvement for respective Vantive manufacturing facilities (manufacturing plants or External Contract Manufacturers), including systematically review supplier performance, propose continuous improvement activities, and work with suppliers to achieve process improvements to meet quality, delivery, and cost improvement targets
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Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Supplier DevelopmentSupply Chain ManagementPPAPCross-Functional Team LeadershipQuality ManagementProcurementManufacturing ProcessesContinuous ImprovementTechnical Issue ResolutionStakeholder Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for the Senior Manager- SWAT role?

The position is full-time employment.

Is this Senior Manager- SWAT role remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Senior Manager- SWAT position?

The role requires the ability to lead cross-functional teams, project management skills including assigning action owners and risk mitigation, and coaching suppliers on tools like root cause analysis, 5 Whys, FMEA, PPAP, and DMAIC.

What is the company culture like at Vantive?

Vantive fosters a community of focused, courageous people who don't settle for mediocrity and are driven to improve patients' lives worldwide through innovation in vital organ therapies.

What makes a strong candidate for the Senior Manager- SWAT role?

Strong candidates can lead cross-functional teams to resolve technical supply issues, manage projects with clear action plans and risk mitigations, build relationships with internal partners, and coach suppliers on continuous improvement tools.

Vontive

Provides investment property mortgage solutions

About Vontive

Vontive provides investment property mortgages using technology to simplify and speed up the loan process. Their main product is a "bolt-on" technology that allows retail brands to easily launch their own mortgage services without needing programming skills. This no-code solution can be set up in just a few weeks, making it quicker for brands to offer mortgages. Vontive stands out from competitors by acting as a bridge between real estate investors, lenders, and capital providers, charging fees for their services that reduce traditional risks and inefficiencies in real estate financing. The company's goal is to modernize the investment real estate market by making the mortgage process more efficient and transparent for both retail brands and financial institutions.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$32.1MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Risks

Increased competition from fintech companies could erode Vontive's market share.

Potential regulatory scrutiny may lead to higher compliance costs and challenges.

Economic downturns could impact demand for investment property mortgages.

Differentiation

Vontive offers a no-code, white-label mortgage solution for real estate investors.

The platform integrates financial institutions through a unique debt marketplace.

Founded by industry veterans, Vontive leverages decades of mortgage and financial expertise.

Upsides

Vontive ranked #10 on the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 with 9,154% growth.

The company has financed over $1.1 billion in residential properties since April 2022.

Vontive's B2C ecosystem reaches over 1.5 million real estate investors.

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