Materials Management Director

Cleveland Clinic

About The Position

The Materials Management Director at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus helps design and implement projects and processes that improve production efficiency and quality. This role develops and manages systems for operational efficiency and supply and inventory control, contributes to the Supply Chain/Materials Management strategic plan, and implements departmental initiatives. The director manages project budgets and resource allocation, partners with Supply Chain departments and internal customers on cost-reduction projects, and provides leadership, education, and support to physicians and staff on supply chain practices and products. The position leads staffing and capacity planning, supports the development and retention of leaders, and creates an environment where employees can realize their potential and meet clinical and business challenges. The director maintains compliance with applicable requirements, conducts business with vendor representatives according to organizational policies, and upholds Cleveland Clinic’s mission and values. The caregiver works days, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Ten years of experience in supply chain, materials management, or a related field.
Three years of demonstrated responsible experience in a management position.
Ability to work with employees, interdepartmental teams, and organizational leadership across the enterprise to effectively complete goals.

Nice To Haves

Master of Business Administration.
Experience in a healthcare setting.
Healthcare materials management experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage processes and systems to improve operational efficiency and control supplies and inventory.
Provide input into the Supply Chain/Materials Management strategic plan and implement key departmental initiatives.
Prioritize needs and manage organizational resources.
Manage project budgets and resource allocation.
Partner with Supply Chain departments and internal customers to identify and implement cost-reduction projects.
Enable leaders to advance decision-making, develop caregivers, and accomplish departmental priorities.
Guide leaders and employees in accomplishing objectives and hold elevated expectations for self and others.
Provide leadership, education, and support to physicians and staff on supply chain management practices and products that support operational and financial goals.
Establish systems and processes to attract, develop, engage, and retain talented leaders.
Create a work environment where people can realize their potential and meet current and future clinical and business challenges.
Determine resource allocation and staffing levels in conjunction with respective leaders.
Provide direction on staff and capacity planning to meet current and future departmental needs.
Maintain knowledge of applicable statutory, regulatory, and administrative requirements and ensure departmental compliance.
Maintain appropriate professional and ethical relationships with vendor representatives and conduct business according to established policies and procedures.
Exhibit the organization's mission and values and strive to achieve and sustain the Cleveland Clinic Experience.