Healthcare Supply Chain Director - Multi-Hospital Ops

Kaiser Permanente; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 187,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Operations in Walnut Creek, CA, to lead a portfolio of hospitals and ambulatory sites. This role requires onsite leadership across facilities and routine travel, overseeing senior managers, managers, and frontline staff to drive service, cost reduction, and performance excellence.

The ideal candidate has extensive healthcare supply chain experience, strong change-management skills, and the ability to partner with executives, finance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and extensive experience in purchasing, contracting, or logistics.
• Minimum four years leading teams with direct reports.
• Experience in healthcare or heavily regulated environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple hospital supply chain units and optimize inventory.
• Drive cost reductions and proactive risk management across regional facilities.
• Collaborate with executives, finance, and labor relations to align strategies.

Skills

Team leadership

Healthcare supply chain

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Operations in Walnut Creek, CA, to lead a portfolio of hospitals and ambulatory sites. This role requires onsite leadership across facilities and routine travel, overseeing senior managers, managers, and frontline staff to drive service, cost reduction, and performance excellence.

The ideal candidate has extensive healthcare supply chain experience, strong change-management skills, and the ability to partner with executives, finance, and