Essentia Health

Materials Management Director

Essentia Health$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Administration, Accounting, or related field required; Bachelor's preferred.
  • Experience in healthcare materials management, purchasing, or supply chain required.
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of healthcare purchasing, inventory management, contracting, and Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs).
  • Strong analytical, financial, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency with materials management systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Lead supply chain operations, including purchasing and inventory management.
  • Oversee daily operations of the Materials Management department.
  • Develop and mentor team members for professional growth.
  • Manage departmental budgets and vendor contracts to control costs.
  • Collaborate with clinical leaders and vendors to ensure timely product availability.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and supportive work culture.
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship.
  • Impactful role in patient care through effective resource management.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Description

The Materials Management Director plays a key role in ensuring our hospital has the supplies, equipment, and resources needed to deliver exceptional patient care. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position leads all aspects of supply chain operations, including purchasing, inventory management, vendor relations, contracting, value analysis, and distribution.

This leadership role oversees the daily operations of the Materials Management department, develops and mentors team members, manages departmental budgets and vendor contracts, and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency while controlling costs. The Materials Management Director collaborates closely with clinical leaders, finance, and vendors to ensure timely product availability, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Requirements
• Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Administration, Accounting, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in healthcare materials management, purchasing, or supply chain required.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare purchasing, inventory management, contracting, and Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs).
• Strong analytical, financial, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with materials management systems and Microsoft Office.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a passion for operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement. Success in this role means maintaining reliable supply availability, achieving budget goals, strengthening vendor partnerships, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing an engaged, high-performing team.

About Essentia Health

Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Idaho. It is guided by the values of quality, hospitality, respect, justice, stewardship, and teamwork. Essentia Health provides a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, hospital care, and long-term care. It also operates pharmacies, fitness centers, and other health-related businesses. Essentia Health has over 14,000 employees, including more than 1,800 physicians and advanced practitioners.
Learn more about Essentia Health
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$5 billion

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