Director, Logistics and Distribution (BMC South)

Boston Medical Center • Brockton, MA

30d

About The Position

The Director of Logistics & Distribution will collaborate with hospital leadership teams to implement inventory management best practices that align with budget targets and patient care priorities. With a focus on continuous improvement, the director will establish and monitor key performance indicators and develop action plans to deliver best value.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, data science, or other related preferred, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years logistics and/or inventory management experience
• 5+ years supervisory experience
• Proven team player, able to work collaboratively at all levels and builds partnerships with cross functional teams
• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement, inventory management, forecasting, warehouse operations, and logistics
• Able to lead union and non-union workforce
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required for daily interaction with nurses, physicians, pharmacists, leaders, etc.
• Demonstrated competence in ERP systems

Nice To Haves

• Association for Supply Chain Management CPIM, CSCP, CLTD; Institute for Supply Management CPSM; or similar certification preferred
• Lean or Six Sigma training desired

Responsibilities

• Leads a team responsible for the timely order, receipt, distribution, and inventory management of supplies and equipment with a focus on cost, safety, customer service, and risk mitigation
• Develops and implements data-driven inventory and forecasting plans that balance stock availability with cost optimization
• Conducts/oversees regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and identify source of discrepancies
• Develops key performance metrics to inform strategic decision-making; holds team accountable to established targets and continuous improvement
• Researches and implements new and existing technologies and processes to optimize inventory management practices that increase efficiency; identifies cost-saving opportunities throughout the inventory lifecycle
• Provides expertise to development of carrier management strategy; collaborates with stakeholders (pharmacy, facilities, lab, etc.) to select and manage best value vendor partners
• Collaborates with contracting and value analysis teams to evaluate and monitor supplier and contract performance
• Ensures all vendors follow established policies and procedures when visiting the hospital campus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees