Supply Chain Capital Sourcing Manager - FT - Days - MSS

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well‑being, and quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. Our unwavering commitment to service is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Summary Responsible for the sourcing, procurement and coordination of capital equipment for the system. Collaborates with appropriate Service Line Managers to execute sourcing initiatives yielding cost savings and operational efficiencies. Supports a service-focused purchasing model consistently achieving the established service levels with the goal of providing high quality, efficient and cost-effective service. Responsibilities Responsible for the capital equipment competitive bids, negotiations and process for sourcing calendar. Reviews annual capital budget and identifies opportunities and negotiates bulk buys, in conjunction with Construction Equipment planners where applicable. Other duties assigned. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops. Maintains thorough knowledge of Materials Management Information Systems (MMIS) and other software related to job functions. Ensures all sourcing and purchasing activities comply with Supply Chain and MHS policies and procedures. Uses all systems and follows all processes as per department expectations to assure quality, efficiency and accuracy. Provides input for revisions of systems and processes based on operational experience. Ensures individual actions meet performance standards and metrics (Service Level Goals) for purchasing staff and operations. Maintains a professional appearance and projects a professional demeanor while keeping a positive attitude, even during difficult situations. Rounds assigned departments on a routine basis to provide exceptional customer service and communication. Provides guidance or training as needed to facilitate operational efficiency. Works with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies. Serves as liaison between Accounts Payable and receiving departments on invoice and receipt discrepancies as required to follow the purchase order to completion. Manages Vendor Vetting activities from requests, monitoring to completion and communication to end users. Assists customers on product returns and product recalls. Follows the return process through completion. Collaborates with Construction, Facilities Management, Information Technology, and Clinical Engineering on equipment sourcing, evaluations and procurement to include leases, including any 3rd party partners. Collaborates with Clinical Engineering on equipment warranties, service contracts and equipment issues. Collaborates with Strategic Sourcing and Value Analysis for equipment purchases ensuring initiatives are inclusive of both equipment and commodities. Participates in Value Analysis and other Supply Chain committee meetings for assigned departments. Participates in vendor business reviews where applicable. Reviews all equipment authorization for expenditures to ensure accurate pricing and proper approvals. Prepares and issues purchase orders and coordinates delivery schedules. Obtains, evaluates and documents proposals to assure competitive pricing. Obtains price benchmarks from ECRI, Premier, and/or Yankee Alliance. Coordinates evaluations for equipment technology. Prepares all equipment comparisons prior to award. Serves as a resource for equipment information. Acts as liaison for stakeholders and vendors. Supports customers with annual budget planning and support. Maintains capital and minor equipment approved catalog inclusive of equipment lifecycle. Utilizes catalog to assist in capital budget forecasting for the system. Competencies Accountability Accuracy Analysis and Decision Making Contracting – Supply Chain Management Customer Service Desktop Software Responding to Change Standards of Behavior Education and Certification Requirements Bachelor’s (Required) Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel required. Knowledge of standard purchasing procedures and practices. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Must have strong organizational skills and ability to multitask. Strong problem‑solving skills. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Must be able to interact successfully with individuals at all levels within MHS and external to the organization. This position requires significant teamwork across the healthcare system. Must be able to work in a team‑oriented environment. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of experience in equipment sourcing. Healthcare Preferred. Other Information: Candidate may have an associate degree and five (5) years of relevant experience or high school diploma, GED or equivalent with seven (7) years of relevant experience. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm 80% Distinguish Color 80% Hearing Acuity 80% Standing 80% Keyboard Entry 80% Walking 80% Depth Perception 80% Lifting or Carrying 0–25 lbs Non-Patient 60% Seeing – Far 80% Seeing – Near 80% Computer Monitor 80% Pushing or Pulling 0–25 lbs Non-Patient 60% Reaching 80% Audible Speech 80% Sitting 80% Shift Primarily for office workers – not eligible for shift differential. Employment and Equal Opportunity Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). Employment is subject to post‑offer, pre‑placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io (M‑F, 8am‑5pm) or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Memorial Healthcare System