Supply Chain Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Services Operations Manager is accountable for continuously reviewing supply and equipment costs for Baylor Scott & White Health and identifying, evaluating and implementing the needed actions to reduce costs. Acts as a key player in various value data teams to reduce supply costs. Demonstrates solid critical thinking skills, problem solving and proactive approach to leading and anticipating needs. Works with the other service line and supply chain leadership members in seeking and implementing supply chain efficiencies and savings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Supervises SCS staff as assigned by Operations senior leadership.

• Accountable for supervising, coordinating, facilitating and implementing standardized processes and systems related to inventory control for Baylor Scott & White Health.

• Serves as liaison between Supply Chain Services, Surgical Services, Interventional Radiology, Cardiovascular Care and Central Processing departments to ensure effective and efficient management of supplies, instruments and equipment.

• Responsibilities include management of processes and personnel related to: materials acquisition, receiving and distribution and coordination of PAR levels.

• Ensures standardization of processes based on SCS best practices to maximize efficiencies of SCS as a whole.

• Manage or participate on project teams as assigned; coordinate team activities, develop and implement project plans.

• Develop reports and associated materials to update project status.

• Evaluates and resolves all necessary SCS reports such as Open Receiving, Invoice Discrepancy and MM280.

• Provides exceptional leadership role in semi-annual system-wide physical inventory.

• Facilitates system-wide product and service agreement conversions.

• Ensures the priority of enhancing patient care in a cost-effective manner through effective utilization of contracted supplies and equipment remains the focus.

• Completes special projects as assigned and assist field operations as needed.

• Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Professional certification, such as Certified Purchasing Management (CPM), Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (A.P.P.), Certified Material Resource Professional (CMRP) or other recognized professional certification is preferred.

• Proven skills in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Supply Chain ERP.

• Proven written communication and report/presentation design skills.

BENEFITS - Our competitive benefits package includes the following:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree plus 7 years of experience or HS Diploma/GED plus 9 years of experience
• EXPERIENCE - 5 years of experience