Supply Chain Implementation Specialist

Premier Inc.

22h•$72,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

Supply Chain Implementation Specialist What you will be doing: The Supply Chain Implementation Specialist facilitates the implementation of various supply chain initiatives, while coordinating with Value Analysis, Purchasing, Contracting, Operations, Data Management and end-user departments. Key Responsibilities Responsibility #1– 75% Works closely with clinical leadership and staff, establishing realistic and facility-specific timelines and manages implementation and project management of Supply Chain initiatives, including coordinating with Operations, Purchasing, Contracting, Value Analysis, Professional Development, Data Management, Distribution and Finance. Supports the Value Analysis manager and analyst for value analysis activities. Understands contractual and/or program related commitments as they relate to conversion planning. Identifies and solves for barriers to implementation. Assures communication to end user departments of changes in products. Demonstrates clear and effective communication across a continuum of projects. Responsibility #2 – 25% Performs utilization review of implemented products and realized savings as required. Assists with the identification of opportunities for standardization across health system. Assists with the tracking of savings initiatives and department KPIs as needed

Requirements

Years of Applicable Experience - 4 or more years
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines
Attention to detail
Operate computer programs and software
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats.
Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public)
Making independent decisions
Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions

Nice To Haves

Skills: Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in MS office and presentation skills
Ability to interpret and analyze data (excel, PowerBI, Tableau)
Effective relationship builder, ability to interact with staff, administration, internal customers and outside vendors
Clinical or supply chain experience preferred
Experience: 3 years Acute care/hospital or supply chain experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Works closely with clinical leadership and staff, establishing realistic and facility-specific timelines and manages implementation and project management of Supply Chain initiatives, including coordinating with Operations, Purchasing, Contracting, Value Analysis, Professional Development, Data Management, Distribution and Finance.
Supports the Value Analysis manager and analyst for value analysis activities.
Understands contractual and/or program related commitments as they relate to conversion planning.
Identifies and solves for barriers to implementation.
Assures communication to end user departments of changes in products.
Demonstrates clear and effective communication across a continuum of projects.
Performs utilization review of implemented products and realized savings as required.
Assists with the identification of opportunities for standardization across health system.
Assists with the tracking of savings initiatives and department KPIs as needed