Job Summary:SummaryDirector of Supply Chain oversees procurement and control of supplies, equipment and materials utilized at St Joseph Hospital. Responsibility includes providing leadership and direction for department and employees. Focus is on cost effective and quality purchasing, distribution and control of inventory locations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
- System Contracts and MMIS Administrator works closely with the System Director for this role in managing HVI (high value implants) contracts and controlling the MMIS item file in the current software, Alscripts. This also requires liaison to our GPO and extensive understanding of individual, Yankee Alliance and Premier contracts for analysis in cost savings opportunities.
- Participates in Value Analysis, both supporting clinicians and developing savings conversions and contract compliance.
- Oversees Central Supply warehouse, receiving, printing and assists with purchasing/buyers.
- Coordinates with Ensemble for CDM and MMIS item file in relationship to charging for supplies in Epic.
- Coordinates efforts with Covenant Supply Chain team as well as with Director of Supply Chain for other acute care sites within Covenant. Also providing backup for the Covenant Supply Chain team.
- Responsibility to maintain and enhance the most accurate and best use of the Supply Chain Software, Alscripts including MMIS upkeep, training new users and maintaining appropriate oversite for requistioning rights and approvals.
- Financial expertise to run a budget for Supply Chain department. Includes working with accounting to provide financial assistance on expense codes, run reports and analyze for other cost centers by using Alscripts software.
- Other duties as consistent with this role.
Job RequirementsJob Knowledge and Skills- Extensive knowledge of GPO contracts and ability to analyze for financial and clinical improvements.
- Leadership to promote high performance of Supply Chain departments.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Education and Experience- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Management or Healthcare Administration or related field preferred - or 10 years' experience in Supply Chain management and/or 5 years in healthcare Supply Chain management.
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
Working Conditions/Physical DemandsMust possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.
Standard of Business Conduct
Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.
Comp Range: $97,846.42 - $146,769.63
Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.
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