Materials Management Supervisor

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a Materials Management Supervisor to oversee all supply chain operations across UCLA Health facilities. You will supervise logistics staff, manage inventory, maintain PAR levels, and support patient care units and procedural areas.

You will coordinate with clinical teams to understand supply needs, optimize routes, and ensure timely deliveries. The role requires strong leadership, detailed documentation, and a focus on service excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Materials Management or Supply Chain, including supervisory experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a commitment to customer service.
• Advanced computer proficiency and familiarity with supply management software.
• Ability to manage deadlines and follow protocols with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train logistics staff to ensure productivity and task completion across shifts.
• Oversee product issues, transitions, and resolution processes.
• Assign routes and allocate tasks to staff for department operations and maintenance.
• Ensure excellent customer service and meet department service standards.
• Manage inventory including ordering, receiving, distributing, and maintenance of backup stock.
• Replenish inventory using SCM systems and handheld devices.
• Perform physical inventory counts and maintain documentation.
• Adjust PAR levels to meet changing supply demands.
• Stock, clean, and organize inventory holding areas.
• Distribute linen, supplies, and equipment across the health system.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to understand supply needs and preferences.
• Set up or modify inventory items within SCM software.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Tools

Workday SCM

Job description

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Work Schedule

Posted Date

09/29/2026

Salary Range: $38.65 - 80.70 Hourly

Employment Type

Duration

Indefinite

Job #

32895

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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The Materials Management Supervisor oversees all aspects of supply chain operations within Materials Management, ensuring the timely and efficient flow of supplies, linen, and equipment across UCLA Health facilities. This includes supervision of logistics staff, managing inventory, maintaining PAR levels, and supporting patient care units and procedural areas.

Responsibilities:

Supervise and train logistics staff to ensure productivity and task completion across assigned shifts

Oversee product issues, transitions, and resolution processes

Assign routes and allocate tasks to staff for department operations and maintenance

Ensure excellent customer service and meet department service standards

Manage supply inventory, including ordering, receiving, distributing, and maintaining appropriate backup stock

Replenish inventory using supply chain management systems, handheld devices, or third-party tools

Perform physical inventory counts, maintain accurate documentation, and input data

Assess and adjust PAR levels to meet changing supply demands

Stock, clean, and organize inventory holding rooms and related areas

Distribute linen, supplies, and equipment throughout the health system per established procedures

Collaborate with clinical teams in procedural, interventional, and radiology areas to understand supply needs and preferences

Set up or modify inventory items within supply management software systems

Reconcile packing slips with orders and deliveries

The Materials Management Supervisor oversees all aspects of supply chain operations within Materials Management, ensuring the timely and efficient flow of supplies, linen, and equipment across UCLA Health facilities. This includes supervision of logistics staff, managing inventory, maintaining PAR levels, and supporting patient care units and procedural areas.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and train logistics staff to ensure productivity and task completion across assigned shifts
• Oversee product issues, transitions, and resolution processes
• Assign routes and allocate tasks to staff for department operations and maintenance
• Ensure excellent customer service and meet department service standards
• Manage supply inventory, including ordering, receiving, distributing, and maintaining appropriate backup stock
• Replenish inventory using supply chain management systems, handheld devices, or third-party tools
• Perform physical inventory counts, maintain accurate documentation, and input data
• Assess and adjust PAR levels to meet changing supply demands
• Stock, clean, and organize inventory holding rooms and related areas
• Distribute linen, supplies, and equipment throughout the health system per established procedures
• Collaborate with clinical teams in procedural, interventional, and radiology areas to understand supply needs and preferences
• Set up or modify inventory items within supply management software systems
• Reconcile packing slips with orders and deliveries

Support inventory cost-saving initiatives and recommend process improvements

Salary offers are based on a variety of factors including qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Salary Range: $38.65 - $80.70 hourly

Job Qualifications

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Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Materials Management or Supply Chain, including prior supervisory experience
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, high-volume environment as a proactive self-starter
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to provide and follow detailed instructions
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a proven commitment to exceptional customer service
• Advanced computer proficiency, including experience Workdays SCM system or related software applications
• Skilled in process analysis and improvement, with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• High attention to detail with experience in data entry, spreadsheet management, and report generation
• Proficient in basic math and inventory-related calculations (e.g., replenishment metrics, units of measure, package counts)
• Ability to manage strict deadlines and follow protocols with consistency and accountability
• Familiarity with University policies, infection control practices, and relevant regulatory requirements
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record in accordance with UCLA Health or UC system policy; enrollment in the California Employer Pull Notice Program may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push and pull linen carts weighing up to 400 pounds
• Capable of performing manual tasks such as stocking, organizing, and moving supplies throughout the facility

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.