Interim Director, Materials Management - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Dublin, OH

14d•$44 - $79•Remote

About The Position

The Interim Director, Materials Management is responsible for supervising the company's materials management operation at the client hospital for which assigned. Up to 40 hours per week when assigned at a CPS client site as interim director. When not acting as on site director, President of Ancillary Services may assign remote project work on an as needed basis. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Requirements

5+ years of experience as Materials Management Director in the healthcare environment
Knowledge of inventory and purchasing practices associated with the healthcare industry, specifically hospital materials management
Knowledge of accreditation and state regulations for both acute and skilled nursing facilities
Knowledge of Management techniques/theories relevant to departmental operations, strategic planning methods; budgeting methods; personnel management strategies; materials and supply purchasing methods
Knowledge of current developments in materials management to provide optimal management to the department
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Proven solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines
Proven ability to function independently and as part of a team
Proven solid communication skills both verbal and written
Proven ability to work with all levels of employees from frontline to top-level executives
Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Responsibilities

Develops and/or reviews existing policies and procedures in the areas of procurement, inventory control, receiving and storage, distribution, duplicating and mail transport throughout the hospital
Coordinates productive hours, space, equipment and expense as they relate to materials and services contracts
Provides administrative support to the Chief Financial Officer in the form of reports, budgets, supply utilization analysis and capital expenditure management
Reviews, evaluates and approves all purchase orders
Reviews, evaluates and approves all requests for non-stock purchases prior to procurement
Maintains adequate supply levels throughout the hospital, utilizing the PAR level replenishment system
Develops department staff via ongoing in-service education, on-the-job training, evaluations and open departmental meetings
Negotiates and acts as the contact person for all purchase agreements with the various distributors for materials that may or may not be addressed by a group purchasing organization
Assists all department directors in the budget process, which includes operating and capital budget preparation and maintenance
Arranges for financing or extended payment plans for capital equipment procurement and services with the various manufacturers and distributors, as delegated by the CEO/Administration
Maintains good interdepartmental and intradepartmental relationships by providing the highest level of services, management assistance and open communication
Interfaces directly with all departments in the hospital with regards to materials that have been requested to ascertain specifications and need
Reviews for approval all duplicating requirements of the various departments of the hospital with the highest level of service, management assistance and open communication
Is essential in the involvement of all aspects and functions of the department
Reviews all PAR level utilization and maximizes inventory management
Interviews sales representatives and reviews vendor performance data in relation to overall service rendered
Coordinates all activities of the Central Services area, with the exception of sterilization procedures
Solicits proposals from various manufacturers and distributors for all supplies and equipment throughout the hospital, with the exception of pharmaceuticals and dietary products
Coordinates the maintenance of the computer software program
Acts as the chairperson, or is part of the Product Evaluation Committee
Coordinates the maintenance of supplies in the hospital in emergency situations and maintains sources of emergency supply items from other health facilities and vendors
Ensures that the Materials Management Department follows established safe practices for receiving hazardous substances
Assists department directors in obtaining Material Safety Data Sheets on all hazardous materials used in the hospital
Coordinates leases for various large ticket items
Perform other related duties as required based on business need
When not acting as a temporary Director of Materials at a client site, projects may be assigned to support CPS director team