Supply Chain Specialist

Minnesota Urology • Bloomington, MN

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About The Position

Minnesota Urology is hiring a full-time Supply Chain Specialist to support its clinics across the Metro Area. This dual-reporting role oversees the supply chain operation and conducts value analysis for sourcing and contracting medical, surgical, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and office supplies, as well as purchased services and equipment across all Minnesota Urology locations. The Specialist negotiates with suppliers and service vendors to secure the best pricing and partners with directors, managers, supervisors, and physicians to ensure compliance with purchasing contracts and maximize utilization and savings opportunities.

The position continuously implements cost-control strategies and secures supply chain savings throughout Minnesota Urology. It establishes critical metrics reports, including savings achieved, reports progress to management and oversight teams, and handles supply chain communications to key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Five years of experience in supply chain management; healthcare experience is preferred.
• Experience implementing and using supply chain management software systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Expertise in evaluating purchase costs and benefits, total ownership expenses, and equipment leasing and service contract options.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical and surgical supplies and equipment, and medical equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience working directly with physicians and clinicians in decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in a related field is strongly preferred but not required.
• Certified Materials Resource Professional (CMRP) certification.
• Lean Certification.
• Experience crafting and executing a supply chain improvement plan.
• Experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the supply chain operation across all Minnesota Urology locations.
• Conduct value analysis for sourcing and contracting supplies, services, and equipment.
• Negotiate with suppliers and service vendors to secure the best pricing.
• Partner with directors, managers, supervisors, and physicians to promote compliance with purchasing contracts and maximize utilization and savings opportunities.
• Implement cost-control strategies and secure supply chain savings.
• Establish critical metrics reports, including reports on savings achieved, and report progress to management and oversight teams.
• Manage supply chain communications to key stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed