Site Supply Chain Supervisor

Essentia Health; Sandstone (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Job summary

Essentia Health in Sandstone, MN, is seeking a Supply Chain Site Supervisor to oversee daily logistics operations at the site and lead a team to meet department metrics.

You will drive operational improvements, manage staff, and partner with hospital leaders to ensure seamless service, accuracy, and safety in supply chain functions. This role supports strategic planning and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 2 years of relevant experience required.
• 2 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or materials management, preferably in healthcare.
• Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily supply chain operations for assigned site(s) and monitor workflows.
• Provide direct supervision to staff, including hiring, coaching, training, and performance management.
• Drive operational improvement through planning and efficiency initiatives; support strategic goals.
• Assist supply chain leadership with planning and setting departmental goals and objectives.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, quality, safety, and reliability in all functions.
• Serve as liaison and resource for supply chain matters to internal departments, clinicians, vendors, and related areas.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Problem-solving

ERP proficiency

Inventory management

Education

Associate’s degree or 2 years relevant experience

Tools

Inventory management systems

ERP platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Building Location:Essentia Health SandstoneDepartment:1007700 LOGISTICS - EH SSJob Description:The Supply Chain Site Supervisor is responsible for day-to-day Supply Chain Logistics operations, planning and operational improvement in line with department budget and Essentia Health’s strategic goals. The role manages the oversight of Supply Chain Logistics operations for assigned site(s) with a primary focus on the completion of tasks and assisting staff with complex problems. This role assists the supply chain leadership team in the completion and tracking of departmental goals, objectives, and metrics. The site supervisor will hire, coach, and manage Supply Chain Logistics team members utilizing established policies and procedures. The site supervisor is responsible for the planning of department schedules and ensuring a seamlessly staffed operation. The Supervisor is responsible for providing leadership and guidance on supply chain matters to hospital personnel, vendors, and others as needed. The supervisor will serve as champion of customer service and communication both internally and externally. The supervisor will be expected to possess or seek to obtain a high-level understanding of healthcare supply logistics, basic hospital department functions, receiving, distribution, inventory management, counting, inventorying, inbound and outbound shipping, package tracking, courier management, STAT logistical needs and many other basic healthcare supply chain functions.Education Qualifications:Key Responsibilities:Oversee daily supply chain operations for assigned site(s), responsible for monitoring daily workflows and ensuring team is meeting key department metrics and objectivesProvide direct supervision to staff, including hiring, coaching, training, performance management, and discipline. The site supervisor will manage staff assignments, scheduling, and timecardsSupport problem-solving and escalations, assisting staff and department leaders with complex operational issues and ensuring continuity of serviceDrive operational improvement, contributing to planning efforts and identifying opportunities to enhance workflow, efficiency, and service qualityAssist supply chain leadership in strategic planning, including setting departmental goals and objectivesEnsure compliance with established policies and procedures, maintaining quality, accuracy, resiliency, and safety in all supply chain functionsServe as a key liaison and resource, providing guidance on supply chain matters to internal departments, clinicians, vendors, and community relations. Acting as a key resource for clear communication and customer serviceEducation Requirement:Associate’s degree or 2 years of relevant experienceRequired Qualifications:2 years of experience, preferably in supply chain, logistics, or materials management, or in a healthcare settingPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience, including coaching, training, and performance management strongly preferredStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex operational issuesProficiency with inventory management systems, ERP platforms, and standard Microsoft Office software, with effective communication and people skillsLicensure/Certification Qualifications:FTE:1Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:6:30 AMShift End Time:3:00 PMWeekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:$54,038.40 - $81,057.60Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].