Manager Materials Management

Premier Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life and disa­

401k retirement program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

Premier Inc. seeks a Manager of Materials Management to strategically support and coordinate Materials Management operations across distribution, inventory control, and logistics within a hospital setting.

You will lead staff, optimize supply chain processes, and establish KPIs while partnering with clinical teams to ensure safe, cost-effective supply delivery and policy compliance. Travel is expected 1–20% within the US.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applicable experience
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Lead Distribution/Receiving/Inventory/Warehouse teams and staffing
• Educate client staff on proper storage and use of supplies and equipment
• Train staff on Materials Management Information Systems (MMIS)
• Develop and implement inventory control processes and KPIs
• Coordinate supply replenishment and procurement for operating rooms and departments
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste and optimize inventory levels
• Communicate inventory control activities and results to stakeholders

Skills

Communication

Analytics

Resource management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

BA/BS in related field

Tools

MMIS

Job description

Manager Materials Management

What you will be doing:

The Manager Materials Management is responsible for providing strategic support and coordination of operations of the Materials Management group and its activities, which may include requisitioning, operating room supplies, supply logistics, distribution, inventory control, receiving services, client services support, and the associated oversight of staff.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Distribution/ Receiving/ Inventory/ Warehouse teams – 40%

• Manage staff and maintains staffing schedules/coverage and evaluations.
• Educate client’s staff in the acquisition, use and correct storage of supplies and equipment.
• Ensure client staff is trained on Materials Management Information Systems (MMIS), specific to their duties and responsibilities.
• Direct and manage daily responsibilities and strategic direction of Inventory Control staff.

Manage Distribution/ Receiving/ Inventory/ Warehouse Function – 40%

• Manages Par Level management throughout all client sites.
• Manage receiving, storeroom, distribution, and inventory management.
• Manage the process for invoicing issues and investigates discrepancies.
• Establish processes for streamlined reliable and efficient supply replenishment and procurement for all departments and inventory locations to include the Operating Room.
• Assist with the establishment of policies and procedures for supply chain.
• Coordinate campus specific needs, quantities, standardizations, etc.
• Develops and implements methods and systems for improving operational efficiencies, and controls supply inventory.
• Develops and implements Supply Chain inventory control best practices.
• Ensures adequate supply levels and coordinates with necessary teams to mitigate risks.
• Manages maintenance activities of inventory and par locations (Perpetual/Non-Perpetual, Clean Supply, etc.)
• Manages coordination of backorder adjustments and works to eliminate stock outs.
• Coordinates location specific updates of product changes; coordinate communication between necessary teams.
• Identify utilization and waste reduction opportunities.

Communication and Reporting – 20%

• Develop and implements systems and controls to improve productivity and efficiency of materials handling operations
• Develops and maintains Key Performance Indicators.
• Create standard analysis and reporting to track inventory needs by location.
• Identify key stakeholders and establish ongoing relationships to achieve highest level of engagement.
• Maintains open lines of communication with the clinical staff to ensure materials meet the required standard.
• Provides leadership, guidance and support to physicians and staff to develop their understanding of inventory control best practices to ensure operational and financial goals are met.
• Communicate Inventory Control activities, results, and decisions throughout the enterprise

Required Qualifications

Work Experience:

Years of Applicable Experience - 5 or more years

Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

• Communication
• Analytics
• Resource management

Experience:

• Knowledge of supply chain management inventory level principles and practices
• Ability to optimize inventory functions to create operating efficiencies and cost savings
• Ability to create KPIs for a team
• Experience in managing front-line resources
• Ability to effectively communication with clinical and physician leadership and staff

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree
• BA/BS in Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Health Care Administration, Business Administration, or another related field

Additional Job Requirements:

• Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
• Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlinesAttention to detail
• Operate computer programs and software
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats.
• Day-to-day contact with others (co‑workers and/or the public)
• Making independent decisions
• Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions

Working Conditions: Hospital Environment

Travel Requirements: Travel 1-20% within the US

Physical Demands: Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if movement is required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Premier’s compensation philosophy is to ensure that compensation is reasonable, equitable, and competitive in order to attract and retain talented and highly skilled employees. Premier’s internal salary range for this role is $72,000 - $120,000. Final salary is dependent upon several market factors including, but not limited to, departmental budgets, internal equity, education, unique skills/experience, and geographic location. Premier utilizes a wide-range salary structure to allow base salary flexibility within our ranges.

Qualified full-time and part-time employees also receive access to the following benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k retirement program
• Paid time off
• Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Premier at a glance:

• Granted World’s Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere, 2008-2026
• Named U.S. News & World Report, Best Companies to Work For (2023, 2024, 2025)
• Accredited by Forbes: America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2024-2025
• Given Modern Healthcare Best in Business Awards: Consultants- Healthcare Management
• Awarded Cigna Workforce Designation Gold Level Recipient (2016,2017,2019,2020,2021,2022,2023,2025)

For a listing of all of our awards, please visit the Awards and Recognition section on our company website.

Employees receive:

• Perks and discounts
• Access to on-site and online exercise classes

Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals like you to help us transform the healthcare industry. Here you will find critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact. Colleagues who share your thirst to learn more and do things better. Teammates committed to improving the health of a nation. See why incredible challenges require incredible people.

Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, covered military or protected veteran status (e.g., status as a Vietnam Era veteran, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Serviced Medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran) disability, or any other applicable federal, state or local protected class, trait or status or that of persons with whom an applicant associates. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Premier complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer.

Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or those who have a sincerely held religious belief. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] contact Premier Recruiting at 704.357-0022.

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