Supervisor Supply Chain - Materials Management

CHRISTUS Health•Tyler, TX

About The Position

The Supervisor Supply Chain - Materials Management is a key member of the Supply Chain team, responsible for ensuring ministries follow Corporate Supply Chain directives covering receiving, warehousing, distribution, inventory and usage control, contract compliance, Infor and charging compliance, and related functions. The supervisor has 24-hour accountability for the department. The role supports and oversees operational Supply Chain functions, including central supply, receiving, and/or distribution. It ensures appropriate inventory and ERP processes, monitors inventory and contract compliance, assists with purchasing and consignment management, and contributes to process improvements and cost-saving strategies. The supervisor also evaluates and counsels associates, mentors local Materials Management teams, and plans personnel utilization. The position requires effective communication, analytical thinking, leadership, problem solving, and the ability to work in a complex, dynamic environment while managing multiple tasks. The schedule is 2:30 PM–11:00 PM, with occasional long or irregular hours, including nights and weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Recommended 4–5 years of relevant work experience.
Well versed in Microsoft Office and Supply Chain applications.
Analytical and quantitative thinking skills.
Ability to present effectively and meet with hospital executives.
Excellent communication, speaking, and listening skills.
Ability to operate in a complex, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to deal effectively with people, including those in highly emotional states.
Demonstrated leadership qualities, human relations skills, problem-solving ability, and decision-making ability.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
3–4 years of Supply Chain experience.
2–3 years of supervisory-related experience.
Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably experience with multiple systems such as Infor and Epic.
Medical product and equipment knowledge.
Hospital Supply Chain experience.
Experience developing and writing policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Perform Supply Chain Technician, Technician Senior, and Technician Lead tasks.
Manage supply and equipment inventory and ensure ERP processes are followed.
Use applicable Infor modules, including Par Specialist, Purchasing Receiver, Inventory Management, Warehouse Clerk, and Mobile Supply Chain Management.
Assist in overseeing central supply, receiving, and/or distribution operations.
Review item usage reports and assist in recommending inventory-level changes.
Assist the supervisor, manager, or director with purchases and consignment management.
Assist with annual inventory counts and resolve variances.
Collaborate on Supply Chain process improvements.
Evaluate associate performance and counsel associates when appropriate.
Run or work weekly inventory valuations, inventory turns, conversions, and INR reports.
Mentor local Materials Management teams to encourage professional development.
Contribute to cost-saving strategies.
Monitor, rotate, and transfer stock, and adjust processes to reduce supply expiration.
Perform inventory cycle counts.
Plan for appropriate utilization of personnel within departments.
Assist departments with quotes for contracted supplies and/or equipment.
Track regional supply contract compliance and provide the Manager with monthly updates on contract launch packet status.
Identify opportunities to improve operations and systems, particularly customer service.
Occasionally work long or irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or Ministry Leadership.