Manager, Supply Chain Distribution

ThedaCare; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ThedaCare is seeking a Manager, Supply Chain to lead day-to-day procurement, supplier relationships, and inventory control for cost-effective delivery of medical supplies. You will guide staff and coordinate with clinicians and operations to optimize processes and patient care.

In this role you will build partnerships with vendors and internal leaders, drive improvements, ensure regulatory compliance, and help achieve department goals through data-driven reporting and proactive governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field.
• Five years of progressive responsibility in a healthcare setting.
• Three years of leadership experience to include leading teams and/or projects.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manages team members in a manner consistent with ThedaCare policies and values.
• Recruitment and retention of competent team members to meet the needs of the business operations of the department.
• Is accountable for daily activities and work processes that result in quality outcomes.
• Oversees and ensures accuracy of time and attendance and payroll practices.
• Coordinates supplier presence and activities within the department and ThedaCare, and supports our contracted GPO partners while considering quality, price, reliability, technical support, and availability.
• Manages and executes projects to improve supply organization processes, inventory, receipt, stocking, distribution, tracking, and evaluations.
• Interacts with leaders across ThedaCare to recommend quality, cost-effective supplies, capital, and purchased services.
• Communicates with physicians and appropriate department leaders regarding product requests, conversions, and trials.
• Ensures compliance with standards of federal, state, and local regulatory bodies and commissions in relationship to supply management including The Joint Commission, Department of Health, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Occupational Health and Administration (OSHA), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• Accomplishes department goals by utilizing available systems to develop supporting integrated financial/operational data and reports.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team management

Healthcare experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field

Job description

Why ThedaCare?

Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits

with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary : The Manager, Supply Chain oversees the day-to-day processes and operational areas of procurement including supply contracting, supply conversions, distribution (just in time), product selection, and inventory control. Manages the processes and implementation for supply chain functions to ensure cost‑effective and efficient delivery of medical surgical supplies, capital equipment, clinical preference supplies, and purchased services. Develops partner relationships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and group purchasing organizations to improve quality and efficiency of the supply chain. Develops department initiatives that focus on team member engagement, process improvement initiatives, patient satisfaction, and workplace safety. Serves as a resource and facilitates collaboration between team members and other healthcare disciplines throughout ThedaCare and within the healthcare community.

Job Description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Effectively manages team members in a manner consistent with ThedaCare policies and values.
• Ensures the recruitment and retention of competent team members to meet the needs of the business operations of the department.
• Is accountable for daily activities and work processes that result in quality outcomes.
• Oversees and ensures accuracy of time and attendance and payroll practices.
• Participates in proformas on new equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Coordinates supplier presence and activities within the department and ThedaCare, and supports our contracted GPO partners while considering quality, price, reliability, technical support, and availability.
• Manages and executes projects to improve supply organization processes, inventory, receipt, stocking, distribution, tracking, and evaluations.
• Interacts with leaders across ThedaCare to recommend quality, cost‑effective supplies, capital, and purchased services.
• Communicates with physicians and appropriate department leaders regarding product requests, conversions, and trials.
• Ensures compliance with standards of federal, state, and local regulatory bodies and commissions in relationship to supply management including The Joint Commission, Department of Health, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Occupational Health and Administration (OSHA), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• Accomplishes department goals by utilizing available systems to develop supporting integrated financial/operational data and reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field
• Five years of progressive responsibility in a healthcare setting
• Three years of leadership experience to include leading teams and/or projects

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance Job classification is not exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normally works in climate controlled office environment Frequent sitting with movement throughout office space Use of computers throughout the work day Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Scheduled FTE: 1 Location: Corporate - 2300 E Capitol Dr - Appleton,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: Yes Worker Shift Details: Days

About ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services.We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities.

This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge. Please contact the ThedaCare Employment Center to make your request at 920-830-5800 and then prompt “1”. ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.