Customer Advocate

Halyard Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare Plan

Educational Assistance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Owens & Minor is seeking a Customer Advocate to be the primary operational liaison for hospital customers at an on-site Portland location. You will collaborate with Sales Account Executives, ensure contract compliance, and deliver exceptional service.

The role emphasizes organization, analytical thinking, and relationship-building in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teamwork and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in customer service, customer relationship management, sales, hospital distribution, supply chain, healthcare operations, or related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships as the primary operational contact.
• Manage day-to-day customer support and respond promptly to requests.
• Ensure compliance with contractual agreements and service expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide accurate information and seamless support.
• Coordinate hospital conversions and liaise between hospital leadership and internal departments.
• Analyze sales and operational data to identify opportunities and improve performance.
• Manage customer pricing, product conversions, contract compliance, and substitutions.
• Review inventory levels, allocations, backorders, and critical product lists with customers for resolution.
• Generate and analyze customer reports, inventory reports, and sales analytics.
• Support territory sales strategies by identifying opportunities to grow product utilization.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship management

Communication

Analytical

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care.Global Reach with a Local Touch140+ years serving healthcareOver 14,000 teammates worldwideServing healthcare partners in 80 countriesManufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland40+ distribution centersPortfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings1,000 branded medical product suppliers4,000 healthcare partners servedBenefitsComprehensive Healthcare Plan - Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.Educational Assistance - We offer educational assistance to all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability - We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.Voluntary Supplemental Programs – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.Support for your Growing Family – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family.Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) - We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits.Paid Leave - In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, and additional types of leave – including parental leave.Well-Being – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you.Location: On-site at customer location- Portland, ORSalary: $75,000–$85,000 annuallyCompensation:The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000–$85,000 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors including experience, skills, education, and location.Position SummaryWe are seeking a customer-focused, relationship-driven Customer Advocate to serve as the primary operational liaison for our hospital customers. In this role, you will work closely with Sales Account Executives and customer stakeholders to ensure exceptional service, contract compliance, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where building strong relationships and solving complex challenges are key to success.Responsibilities:Develop and maintain strong customer relationships while serving as the primary operational contact.Manage day-to-day customer support and respond promptly to customer requests and operational needs.Ensure compliance with contractual agreements and service expectations.Collaborate with internal teams to provide accurate, consistent information and seamless customer support.Coordinate hospital conversions and serve as the liaison between hospital leadership and internal departments.Analyze sales and operational data to identify opportunities and improve customer performance.Manage customer pricing, product conversions, contract compliance, and product substitutions.Review inventory levels, allocations, backorders, and critical product lists while partnering with customers on resolution plans.Establish and maintain customer accounts, ship-to locations, and reporting requirements.Generate and analyze customer reports, inventory reports, and sales analytics to support informed business decisions.Support territory sales strategies by identifying opportunities to grow proprietary product utilization.Maintain accurate customer data across multiple systems.Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.Requirements:Bachelor's degree preferred.Minimum of 2 years of experience in customer service, customer relationship management, sales, hospital distribution, supply chain, healthcare operations, or a related field.Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Experience working across multiple systems and reporting platforms.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to influence stakeholders and build collaborative relationships.Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.Additional RequirementsAbility to work on-site at customer locations as needed.Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities.Willingness to support additional duties as assigned.Limited travel may be required.If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.