Associate Territory Manager - Field Operations (Mid-South Region)

Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively seeking an Associate Territory Manager – Field Operations to assist in the management of system wide inventory levels, coordinate product movement and oversee field audit activities within the Field Operations Unit. Support and drive strategic inventory optimization processes at the Corporate, Regional and Agency levels. The Associate Territory Manager - Field Operations will be responsible for maximizing field inventory logistics, field utilization and agency product availability. If you are interested in working, learning, and professionally advancing in a fast-growing global organization with great resources and opportunities, then apply to join our talented team and support us in Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive utilization of field inventory at agency locations.
• Collaborate with Product Management to optimize field instrument and implant configurations.
• Support Field Audit activities by driving sound inventory control practices and ensure accuracy of consigned inventories.
• Lead agency pre-audit planning discussions onsite.
• Conduct routine formal agenda driven agency onsite meetings with the goal of driving operational efficiencies, field compliance, and audit readiness.
• Implement Agency cycle count programs to monitor inventory controls and inventory accuracy.
• Assist Agencies with implementation of FIFO/FEFO systems to align with best practices.
• Coordinates product movement within agency network.
• Collaborate with Loaners Department to maximize loaner set turns and drive field compliance.
• Drive agency inventory best practices that appropriately manage slow moving, excess and expired inventory within the agency network.
• Assist with the creation and buy-in of Regional and Agency continuous improvement projects.
• Partner with agencies to create utilization efficiencies.
• Develop and execute plans by product line to realign inventory based on monthly metrics.
• Support new product launch plans to maximize sales performance and coordinate the corresponding return of old inventory, if applicable.
• Review, monitor, and support inventory quantities for each agency/inventory location; Realign when necessary.
• Measure and report field inventory investment and productivity levels on a monthly basis.
• Support the organization with all things relating to acquisitions and agency transitions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Operations to determine, maintain and monitor max inventory quantities for each agency / inventory location.
• Travel up to 50% may be required

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or other related field of study required
• Inventory Management experience with an international company, preferably Orthopedic based
• 2+ years related experience with a general knowledge of: Field Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or Accounting required

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

Working knowledge of procedures and practices in office services, especially in supplies and inventory. Understanding of effective and efficient methods of storing and managing inventory.

Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) advanced Excel skills preferred
• ERP software (SAP) preferred
• Inventory Management Software

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply mathematical principles to the degree required to perform the job based upon job requirements.

Language and Communication Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Vision Requirements:

Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.