Healthcare Supply Chain Lead – Inventory & Ops

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health in Chicago seeks a Supply Chain Supervisor to manage hospital supply operations, optimize inventory, and supervise Receiving and Distribution staff. The role emphasizes cost-efficiency, accuracy in Lawson data, and proactive inventory management.

Responsibilities include establishing par levels, performing cycle counts, training staff on Lawson processes, and collaborating with corporate supply chain to resolve purchasing issues and ensure contract compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; some college coursework preferred.
• 3-4 years of materials management/inventory control experience required.
• Healthcare industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply room operations, space and shelving requirements, and Lawson item details.
• Supervise Receiving and Distribution staff and activities, including couriers.
• Set and monitor par levels to balance turnover with stock availability.
• Maintain inventory data integrity in Lawson (quantity, product info, cost).
• Conduct periodic cycle counts and annual inventory; assist with GL adjustments.

Skills

Supply chain

Leadership

Inventory control

Lawson system

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

3-4 years materials management experience

Tools

Lawson

Job description

Advocate Health in Chicago seeks a Supply Chain Supervisor to manage hospital supply operations, optimize inventory, and supervise Receiving and Distribution staff. The role emphasizes cost-efficiency, accuracy in Lawson data, and proactive inventory management.

Responsibilities include establishing par levels, performing cycle counts, training staff on Lawson processes, and collaborating with corporate supply chain to resolve purchasing issues and ensure contract compliance.