Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain ManagerThe Supply Chain Manager oversees the procurement, inventory management, distribution, and utilization of supplies and equipment within OakLeaf Surgical Hospital. This role ensures the organization has a consistent and cost-effective supply chain to support patient care and operational needs.OperationalDirect the daily operations of the Supply Chain department, including purchasing, receiving, inventory control, distribution, and storage of supplies and equipmentMaintain reliable inventory levels by monitoring usage, expiration dates, and stock levels; partnering with clinical leaders to anticipate procedural and operational needs; and coordinating substitutions to prevent shortages and reduce wasteOversee the sourcing and purchasing of medical supplies and equipment in accordance with hospital requirements, approved contracts, and purchasing policiesMonitor supply expenditures, investigate variances, and identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and availabilityEnsure supplies and equipment are received, stored, and handled in accordance with applicable safety, infection prevention, regulatory, and accreditation requirementsEvaluate and resolve product quality, availability, or performance concerns in coordination with vendors, clinical teams, and other stakeholdersMaintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and vendor records and use supply chain data to support operational decisionsUse the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communicationsWorkforce ManagementSupervise Supply Chain staff by assigning work, setting priorities, planning coverage, monitoring performance, and ensuring adherence to hospital policies and proceduresProvide coaching, training, feedback, performance evaluations, and corrective actionEnsure employees have the resources needed to work safely and effectivelyFoster accountability, collaboration, engagement, and professional developmentProvider RelationsBuild effective relationships with physicians and clinical leaders to understand supply and equipment needs, preferences, and concerns, and to evaluate new-product or equipment requests based on clinical need, standardization, cost, and availabilityServe as the liaison among providers, hospital leadership, vendors, and the corporate management company, communicating product changes, shortages, substitutions and implementation plansStrategicDevelop and implement supply chain strategies that support patient care, operational efficiency, product quality, and responsible use of hospital resourcesPartner with Corporate Supply Chain on vendor selection, contracting, product standardization, and negotiations; implement approved vendor and GPO agreements; and manage vendor performance and issue resolution at the facility levelPartner with hospital leadership and the corporate management company to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve processes, and apply relevant industry best practicesMonitor and use supply chain performance measures, including cost per case, inventory turns, contract compliance, purchase and receiving timeliness, expired or excess inventory, open orders, product availability, and realized savings, to support operational and financial decisions.Lead supply chain planning for the capital budget, including gathering clinical requirements, evaluating options, and supporting vendor negotiationsMonitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and supply risksRecommend updates to purchasing practices, inventory processes, and applicable policiesOther duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Healthcare supply chain knowledge, including purchasing, receiving, inventory control, distribution, storage, medical and surgical supplies, equipment, and surgical-hospital supply needsFinancial management knowledge, including budgeting, payroll, expenditure analysis, and cost-containment principles in a healthcare environmentLeadership skills, including setting expectations, providing feedback, identifying skill gaps, coaching employees, managing performance, and leading teams through changeProblem-solving and continuous-improvement skills, including analyzing issues, developing effective solutions, improving processes, and adapting workflows as circumstances changeStrong written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer-service skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary and cross-departmental teamsEmployee-relations skills, including addressing staff concerns, resolving disputes, supporting a positive work environment, and escalating employee-relations or safety issues as appropriateKnowledge of employment, human resources, HIPAA, confidentiality, patient-rights, safety, and compliance requirements, supported by ethical judgment and integrityAbility to prioritize competing demands, maintain accuracy, use computer systems at an intermediate level, remain current on job-specific trends and technologies, and demonstrate organization-wide performance-review competenciesQualifications:Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent requiredAssociate's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field of study preferredFour (4) years of healthcare purchasing experience requiredTwo (2) years of demonstrated healthcare purchasing leadership experience preferredMust possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization's secure messaging systemBenefits:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account with an employer contributionCompany paid life insuranceFree scrubs with laundry serviceFree mealsPTO401(k) retirement plan with 4% company matchTuition reimbursementWellness reimbursementEqual Employment Opportunity & Work Force DiversityOur organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.