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Supply Chain Specialist - Kids Dental Brands

Founded in 2002, Kids Dental Brands has been dedicated to providing high-quality dental care to children of all backgrounds in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. With nearly 60 practices across the country, we continue to grow by staying true to our patient-centered, doctor-led philosophy.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive Supply Chain Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will manage procurement, sourcing, quoting, and inventory functions that keep our offices running smoothly. You’ll play a key part in new office launches, refresh projects, and company-wide sourcing and logistics initiatives.

This position offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally, contribute to cost-saving strategies, and support RFPs and DeNovo (new office) buildouts. As a daily point of contact for offices, you’ll provide hands-on support while helping drive improvements across the supply chain.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, and collaborative, with the ability to balance multiple priorities, travel when needed, and consistently deliver solutions that improve performance.

Summary of Essential Job Functions:

• Review and approve office supply orders.

• Manage backorders and discontinued items to ensure continuity of operations.

• Support cost reduction and cost-saving implementation strategies.

• Provide daily supply chain support and serve as point of contact (POC) for assigned offices.

• Lead supply chain setup for DeNovo offices, including creation and tracking of supplier orders.

• Coordinate uniform program setup for DeNovos, new hires, and existing offices as needed.

• Provide tactical support during supplier RFP processes.

• Assist in implementing negotiated supplier savings across the organization.

• Maintain Dentira ordering platform, including updates, accuracy, and user setup/deactivation.

• Manage IT ticketing and warranty process for IO Sensors.

• Conduct inventory audits for IO Sensors, Nomads, and other assigned assets.

• Act as backup POC for offices as needed.

• Collaborate with construction, IT, and regional leadership during DeNovo launches.

• Provide support for ad-hoc supply chain projects and initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation,Schedule, and Travel

• Salary: $65,000-$75,000 depending on experience

• Job Type: Full-time. Remote

• Travel: This is a primarily remote position based in a home office, with frequent travel (25–30%). Travel schedules must remain flexible, as construction timelines are subject to change with new office setups. The work environment also includes time within a dental clinic environment.

Benefits That Support You Personally and Professionally:

At Kids Dental Brands, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Our offerings for this role include:

• Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.

• Supplemental Benefits - Voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection, critical illness, hospitalization, and cancer insurance.

• Wellness Program - Incentive-based wellness initiatives to support your physical and mental health, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Financial Security - 401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future.

• Paid Time Off - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays annually, and dedicated wellness days.

Qualifications:

• 2-4+ years of Supply Chain experience; dental/healthcare industry preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables) and supply chain platforms (Dentira preferred).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and ordering platforms.

• Not required, but APICS/CSCP or similar preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods; ability to lift/carry up to 30 lbs. and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Join our team and help drive our mission that all children, regardless of family income, deserve access to high-quality dental care, in a kid-friendly and fun environment!