Supervisor Supply Chain Logistics

Trinity HealthDes Moines, IA
Onsite

About The Position

This is a frontline, department-based supervisory role responsible for the daily functions of an assigned department within the supply chain. The supervisor provides clear direction, manages and advances people, processes, structures, and/or programs that support direct or indirect care. The leader demonstrates behaviors aligned with the Trinity Health culture and creates and supports comprehensive strategies, measuring progress to achieve desired outcomes. The role focuses on daily operations, staff oversight, and collaboration with the department manager to ensure effective staff and department management. It involves participation in performance management, implementation of departmental plans, and potentially contributing to the hiring process. The supervisor is expected to respond promptly to customer needs, follow established standards and processes, coordinate staff scheduling, review administrative functions, and steward resources productively. Effective communication, a positive and healthy work environment, continuous self-development, and adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and policies are also key aspects of this position.

Requirements

  • Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent healthcare Supply Chain experience.
  • 1-3 years verifiable, Supply Chain-related experience in a progressive work environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of ERP & other integrated supply chain systems.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous healthcare Supply Chain experience.

Responsibilities

  • Supervises daily functions of assigned department.
  • Provides clear direction & manages / advances people, processes, structures &/or programs that support direct / indirect care.
  • Demonstrates behaviors in alignment with culture & creates / supports comprehensive strategies & measures progress to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Responsible for the daily operations & the oversight of staff.
  • Works in collaboration with department manager to manage staff & department effectively.
  • Participates in & contributes to the performance management/review process.
  • Implements departmental plans & priorities identified by accountable leaders.
  • May participate & recommend in the hiring & selection process.
  • Responds promptly & directly to meet or exceed customers’ needs.
  • Follows standards of performance & work processes in designated areas.
  • Coordinates staff scheduling & assignment.
  • Reviews & approves administrative functions (time, payroll, expense).
  • Stewards productive use of resources (e.g., people, financial, equipment, supplies, materials) to achieve assigned commitments, experiences & quality standards.
  • Employs effective & respectful written, verbal & nonverbal communications.
  • Develops an environment of mutual confidence & trust through collaborative relationships.
  • Effectively communicates goals, standards, program expectations, service performance & how the work serves Trinity Health objectives.
  • Proactively recognizes, addresses &/or escalates organizational, operational, or team conflicts.
  • Performs work in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy manner; self-monitors & initiates corrections & / or seeks guidance when needed.
  • Demonstrates flexibility & self-direction by responding as a team player.
  • Helps to create a positive work environment that promotes productivity.
  • Accountable for continuous self-development & supporting the growth of others.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, state & local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices.
  • Responsible for budget & supply chain site leadership of typically less than 15 FTEs & may include multi-small site geographic scope, but limited Supply Chain procedural area complexity or variability.
  • Maintains relationships with clinical leaders & other department leaders.
  • Implements ministry supply chain logistics optimization strategies & assures successful implementation leading to improvement in operating margins.
  • Partners with Region Leader to champion & implement site inventory management capability.
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