Materials Management Supervisor

UCSF Health, AG; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health, AG seeks a Supervising Materials Management professional to oversee daily operations across East Bay locations, including Main Hospital, Distribution Center, Receiving, Mail Services, Perioperative Services, OPC operating rooms, and Walnut Creek.

You will manage staff, scheduling, training, and performance while coordinating inventory control, PAR replenishment, supply distribution, expiration monitoring, and shortage response across the network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive Materials Management experience.
• Proficient in word processing and spreadsheets.
• Solid knowledge of materials management applications to troubleshoot issues and improve efficiency.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple locations and departments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Oracle inventory and procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily Materials Management operations across UCSF Health East Bay locations including Main Hospital, Distribution Center, Receiving, Mail Services, Perioperative Services, OPC operating rooms, and Walnut Creek.
• Oversee staff assignments, scheduling, training, and performance to ensure consistent service and coverage.
• Coordinate inventory control, PAR replenishment, supply distribution, expiration monitoring, and shortage response.
• Collaborate with clinical departments, Procurement, vendors, and supply chain data teams to resolve issues and improve workflows.
• Support safe, timely, and cost-efficient operations.

Skills

Staff coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Inventory management

Cross-location operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle Inventory

Procurement systems

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Material Services Manager, supervises daily Materials Management operations across UCSF Health East Bay locations, including Main Hospital, the Distribution Center, Receiving, Mail Services, Perioperative Services, OPC operating rooms, and Walnut Creek. Oversees staff assignments, scheduling, training, and performance to maintain consistent service and coverage across locations. Coordinates inventory control, PAR replenishment, supply distribution, expiration monitoring, and shortage response. Works with clinical departments, Procurement, vendors, and supply chain data teams to resolve supply issues, improve workflows, and support safe, timely, and cost-effective operations.

Department Description

Materials Management supports patient care across UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and East Bay operations by coordinating the receipt, storage, inventory control, replenishment and distribution of medical supplies. The department supports Main Hospital and Distribution Center operations, SST trailer storage, inpatient and ambulatory supply areas, Perioperative Services, OPC operating rooms, Walnut Creek, Receiving and Mail Services. Staff work with clinical departments, Procurement, supply chain data teams, distributors and other support services to maintain reliable supply availability and delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 5+ years of relevant progressive experience.
• Ability to perform commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Solid knowledge of organization's materials management application programs to troubleshoot issues and recommend improvements in convenience and efficiency.
• Organizational and customer service skills to coordinate daily operations across multiple locations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical departments, Procurement, vendors, department leads, and management.
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain supply issues, provide staff direction, and communicate operational updates.
• Ability to investigate inventory discrepancies, identify causes, and implement solutions within established procedures.
• Experience coordinating staff or supply operations across multiple locations or shifts.
• Experience using Oracle inventory and procurement systems.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.