Supervisor Supply Chain

Advocate Health•Chicago, IL

1d•$31 - $46

About The Position

The Supervisor Supply Chain manages hospital supply chain operations in a cost-effective, efficient, and safe manner. The role oversees the supply room, receiving and distribution activities, inventory controls, and the performance and development of Supply Chain associates. It works with Corporate Supply Chain, vendors, distributors, Nursing, and other departments to maintain supply availability, resolve issues, and meet patient and departmental needs.

Requirements

High school diploma and some college courses.
One to two years of supervisory experience.
Three to four years of materials management or inventory control experience.
Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
Excellent communication skills.
Proficiency with basic office software such as Word and Excel.
Familiarity with basic ordering and inventory functions in Materials Management Information Systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the healthcare industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the organization and operation of the supply room, including space and shelving requirements, bin naming and allocations, and Lawson item-detail maintenance.
Supervise Receiving and Distribution employees and activities, including couriers, and monitor processes to ensure they function properly.
Establish and monitor par levels for the supply room and hospital inventory locations, balancing product turnover with the need to avoid stockouts and call-downs.
Maintain the integrity of Lawson inventory information, including quantities, product details, and costs.
Perform periodic cycle counts and the annual inventory count.
Research and explain unusual general-ledger adjusting entries arising from the Lawson Material Management System.
Train Distribution and Receiving staff on Lawson applications and receiving and distribution processes.
Monitor and report associate performance, inventory turnover, stockouts, call-downs, days of supplies on hand, and other operational measures; adjust par levels and processes as appropriate.
Monitor and act on daily order confirmations using reports accessed through Advocate online.
Conduct and document monthly one-on-one reviews with direct-report associates.
Report Supply Chain operational achievements and opportunities for improvement.
Work with Corporate Supply Chain to resolve purchasing and contract-compliance issues.
Provide customer service to Nursing and other departments by ensuring supply availability, responding promptly to questions and requests, and meeting supply-related patient and departmental needs.
Work with distributors and manufacturers to resolve order and delivery issues.
Meet with vendors to review performance scorecards and recommend service improvements.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on teammate eligibility.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.