The Corporate Supply Chain Supervisor coordinates and is responsible to oversee and manage the daily operational activities of the Buyer and Expediters in managing the processing orders for various supplies, equipment, and services. The Corporate Supply Chain Supervisor oversee the activities of the buyers throughout the AHMC system to ensure that economies of scale are obtained through vendor sources. The position ensures procurement of capital purchases and various supplies and services requested by each facility according to policy.
Accountability
Develops policies and procedures and guides activities towards the attainment of materials and equipment from reliable sources, in sufficient quantities and at minimum costs; works with department heads and other hospital personnel facilitating supply and capital equipment
Manages Purchasing activities such as value analysis, purchasing research, buying, expediting, product specification, bid analysis, contract negotiations for supplies and services, and the maintenance of appropriate records and files.
Assists with monitoring contract expiration dates, run monthly reports for review with Director-e.g. hospital spend, cycle counts, inventory, etc.
Acts as a resource to department personnel and other hospital departments and to Buyers; assists departments with securing alternative supplies, equipment and services, as needed, when unavailable through primary vendors.
Audit contract pricing, validate AHMC is receiving the correct pricing on all invoice discrepancies.
Manage the corporate Buyers and Expediters daily ordering activities (product backorders, product alternatives).
Assists the Director of Corporate Supply Chain on cost saving product and service projects.
Performs other related duties as requested and/or required by the Director of Corporate Supply Chain.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s (BS or BA) degree in a field of study related to this position preferred or equivalent experience.
Minimum of two years progressive materials management experience in a healthcare environment
Proficiency with purchasing and word processing systems (MS office).
Knowledge of current materials management technology, practices and information systems
Knowledge of and ability to apply effective negotiating skills with emphasis in contract terminology and legal requirement
Excellent organization, communication, and judgement skills
Ability to follow through and troubleshoot
Critical thinking skills
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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