Supply Chain Business Partner

CentraCare•Saint Cloud, MN

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

Find your purpose as a Supply Chain Business Partner at CentraCare. The Supply Chain Business Partner (SCBP) role is responsible for bringing synergy to the department by bridging the gaps between contracting, procurement, and logistics. For their product category, the SCBP coordinates contract implementations, resolves complex procurement issues, and analyzes purchasing data with the purpose of optimizing our current agreements. The SCBP is expected to continually expand their supply chain business acumen and apply that knowledge in effort to uncover opportunities and innovate processes. Schedule: Full-time 80 hours every 2 weeks Mon-Fri 8:00a-5:00p Hybrid; ~3 days/week onsite, 2 days at-home Pay and Benefits: Starting pay begins at $48,434.83 per year and increases with experience. Salary range: $48,434.83-$72,685.11 per year Salary range is based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate We offer a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, PTO, 401(k) retirement plan & match, LTD and STD, tuition reimbursement, discounts at local and national businesses and so much more! Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required, bachelor's degree in related field preferred. 3 years of experience in supply chain or degree in related field required. Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc). Strong analytical, computer, mathematical, organizational, and communication skills required. Must be detail oriented. Core Functions: Provide support to internal and external customers keeping patient care at the forefront of all decisions. Serves as the first escalation point for the procurement specialists. Within the area of their responsibility, this includes being responsible for managing extended backorders, coordinating the recall management process, and initiating the incident command team when appropriate. Responsible for coordinating, processing, and managing orders that are more complex in nature, including orders requiring minor negotiation, bulk buys, consignment and bill only purchase orders, purchased services, and capital. Serves as a liaison between and provides support for contract analysts and procurement specialists by coordinating the implementation of new products, assisting in the loading and maintenance of contracts within the ERP system, optimizing the utilization of existing agreements, and assisting in supplier business reviews. Analyzes supply chain data within the area of their responsibility for the purpose of identifying and acting upon opportunities for improvement in the form of cost savings, innovating processes, and facilitating decision-making. Stays current on supply chain concepts, serves as a mentor to procurement specialists, and commits to continuous improvement. CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required, bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
3 years of experience in supply chain or degree in related field required.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc).
Strong analytical, computer, mathematical, organizational, and communication skills required.
Must be detail oriented.

Nice To Haves

bachelor's degree in related field

Responsibilities

Provide support to internal and external customers keeping patient care at the forefront of all decisions.
Serves as the first escalation point for the procurement specialists.
Within the area of their responsibility, this includes being responsible for managing extended backorders, coordinating the recall management process, and initiating the incident command team when appropriate.
Responsible for coordinating, processing, and managing orders that are more complex in nature, including orders requiring minor negotiation, bulk buys, consignment and bill only purchase orders, purchased services, and capital.
Serves as a liaison between and provides support for contract analysts and procurement specialists by coordinating the implementation of new products, assisting in the loading and maintenance of contracts within the ERP system, optimizing the utilization of existing agreements, and assisting in supplier business reviews.
Analyzes supply chain data within the area of their responsibility for the purpose of identifying and acting upon opportunities for improvement in the form of cost savings, innovating processes, and facilitating decision-making.
Stays current on supply chain concepts, serves as a mentor to procurement specialists, and commits to continuous improvement.