Materials Manager (ASC)

Atlas Healthcare Partners•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

This position is responsible for the effective management and operations of the materials management department and/or assigned system or region-level supply chain projects, including operational, technical, and personnel activities associated with supplies and equipment. The role maintains inventory areas, coordinates supply and equipment activities, supports cost-effective inventory management, and works with vendors and facility staff to improve service and efficiency. When leading a team, the manager develops and maintains a competent and motivated staff. The position performs work according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards, while providing customers with an excellent service experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge and experience in business, healthcare, or supply chain management.
Three or more years of materials management and related experience, including extensive work with medical/surgical supplies and computerized inventory control.
Effective leadership, organizational, negotiation, communication, and human relations skills.
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously and work closely with department managers and staff at all levels, including subordinates.
Ability to work effectively with materials management inventory systems and common office software.
Intermediate Excel proficiency.

Nice To Haves

For positions in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), two or more years of supply chain experience in the ASC industry is preferred.
For internal Surgical Techs, three years of experience at Atlas before promotion to Materials Manager is preferred.
Experience with ENVI is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain and monitor inventory areas, including purchase order processing, receiving goods, tracking and expediting orders, updating the materials management inventory system (MMIS) and electronic billing system, supply and implant entry, and maintaining cost-effective inventory levels.
Assist with researching and implementing opportunities to improve efficiencies, standardize processes, and reduce costs.
Meet with vendors to discuss new product purchases and trials and ensure compliance with contracts.
Review supplies monthly against the General Ledger and budget, investigate discrepancies, and ensure adequate inventory.
Coordinate equipment repairs with Instrument Technicians, Biomedical staff, or outside sources as needed.
When leading a team, select, train, discipline, provide feedback to, manage the performance of, and terminate subordinate personnel as appropriate.
Promote a positive customer service attitude and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the department.
Interact with facility staff and physicians to provide high-quality services.
Assess customer satisfaction and obtain direct feedback regarding department performance.
Resolve problems and identify opportunities to improve services and cost effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
Consistently demonstrate core and leader behaviors when serving customers.