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Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.
Position Description
As a Distribution Operations Associate, you will be responsible for learning and contributing in a cross-functional team environment while performing the following responsibilities:
• Train and shadow fellow team members from the following departments: Contracts, Pricing, Customer Relations, Field Operations, and Warehouse, and Shipping in a rotational-type program.
• Learn business processes, operations, and relevant software technologies by shadowing the different roles within the above departments.
• Complete on-the-job training and workshops.
• Learn and use Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) management systems Enterprise Resource Planning/Material Requirements Planning (ERP/MRP), along with enterprise scale applications, such as Electronic Data Interchange (EDI).
• Support and maintain existing systems that support one or more of the above departments.
• Identify, present, and contribute to process improvement projects.
• Participate in the implementation of new systems and solutions.
• Perform key functions within each of the above departments, including but not limited to, completing transactions, running reports, managing projects, and evaluating processes.
• Participate in capacity planning and identifying resource needs.
• Learn quality control procedures, department standard operating procedures (SOPs), and understand compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with the senior members of internal teams to support enterprise systems and business processes related to the above departments.
Position Requirements
This position requires the following skills and attributes:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Operations and Supply Chain Management.
• Demonstrate leadership skills.
• Curiosity and interest in an operations and business career.
• Initiative to drive change.
• Eagerness to adopt a team-player attitude within a fast-paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment.
• Prioritize projects and daily tasks while maintaining flexibility.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and data analysis.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred
The following position requirements are preferred:
• Interest in Operations Management, Data Analytics, and Information Systems.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Prior experience in SAP or other ERP data management systems.
• Working knowledge of process-driven work environments.
Benefits
• Competitive compensation range: $26.50 – $33.50 / hour (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.
Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply.
Our total reward package reflects our commitment to employee growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.
All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.
