Project Supply Chain Director

Community Health Systems; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems seeks a Project Supply Chain Director to lead hospital supply chain operations on a project basis, typically lasting up to two months per location. Responsibilities include aligning with standards, improving cost efficiency, and ensuring regulatory compliance across procurement, logistics, and inventory management.

The role requires 7–9 years in supply chain, leadership experience, and ERP system proficiency, with 50–75% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, healthcare administration or related field is required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 7–9 years of progressive experience in supply chain operations are required.

Responsibilities

• Leads hospital supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with CHS policies and standards.
• Drives cost management, sustainability, and performance improvements across procurement, forecasting and inventory.
• Oversees procurement, forecasting, inventory management, and distribution to ensure efficiency and adequate supply levels.
• Chairs or participates in the Supply Expense Committee and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
• Leads NPRs, assesses feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and clinical alignment of supply additions.
• Provides guidance and coaching to the supply chain team and promotes continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with SBO Procurement, logistics, and facility leadership for integrated practices.
• Identifies and mitigates supply chain risks and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Develops relationships with vendors and leadership; reports project progress and metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Procurement

Logistics management

ERP experience

Contract management

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Education + experience considered

Tools

Oracle ERP / SCM

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Supply Chain Director provides interim, on-site leadership to hospital supply chain operations, supporting alignment with organizational standards, best practices, and strategic initiatives. This role ensures operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance across all aspects of the supply chain cycle, including procurement, logistics, and inventory management. The Project Director collaborates with hospital leaders and corporate stakeholders to lead short-term projects and implement sustainable improvements. This is a project-based assignment typically lasting up to two months per location, with extensions possible based on business needs.

Essential Functions

• Leads hospital supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with CHS policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.

• Implements and supports CHS strategic initiatives, including sustainability, cost management, and supply chain performance improvements.

• Oversees procurement, forecasting, inventory management, and distribution processes to ensure operational efficiency and adequate supply levels.

• Chairs or actively participates in the Supply Expense Committee, reviewing expense reports, identifying cost‑saving opportunities, and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

• Leads New Product Reviews (NPRs), assessing feasibility, cost‑effectiveness, and clinical alignment of proposed supply additions.

• Provides guidance and support to the supply chain team, including coaching, setting performance goals, and promoting continuous improvement.

• Collaborates with key business functions, including SBO Procurement, logistics, and facility leadership to drive integrated supply chain practices.

• Identifies and mitigates supply chain risks and ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and environmental requirements.

• Develops and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and senior leadership.

• Provides timely updates and reporting on project progress, supply chain metrics, and challenges to hospital and corporate leadership.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required

• A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

• Master's Degree preferred

• 7-9 years of progressive experience in supply chain operations required

• 5-7 years in a leadership role within supply chain management, preferably in a project‑based capacity required

• 5-7 years of experience using a supply chain ERP system required

• 50-75% travel required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire diverse teams.

• Deep understanding of supply chain principles, procurement practices, and logistics management.

• Experience using Oracle’s supply chain management and ERP systems.

• Experience with cost reduction programs and implementing strategies for operational efficiency.

• Proficient in supply chain management systems and analytics tools.

• Expertise in leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex projects.

• Ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.

• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

• Experience with HealthTrust contracts, pricing agreements, and compliance standards is a plus.

• Effective communication and collaboration abilities across all levels of the organization.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) preferred or

• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)-APICS preferred

• Lean Six Sigma Certification-IASSC preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.