Sr. Director- Supply Chain Operations

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a senior leader to provide comprehensive oversight of all Supply Chain Operations, aligning with system initiatives and directing receiving, logistics, inventory management, and procurement services.

You will drive operational excellence through data-driven decisions, regulatory compliance, and deployment of standardization across supplies, services, and equipment within a large health system.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Management, Healthcare or related field with ten years of supply chain experience.
• Healthcare supply chain experience preferred.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides oversight for supply chain daily operations and initiatives.
• Attracts, retains and develops leaders to ensure continuous operational capability across supply chain.
• Develops and implements processes that will streamline operations and create savings for the organization.
• Analyzes operations, service levels, utilization, and expenses using data-driven decision making to support operational excellence and reduce expenses.
• Ensures regulatory compliance in accordance with all applicable healthcare agencies, standards, and requirements related to supply chain operations.
• Oversees the effective use of ERP systems and related supply chain technologies to support planning, reporting, analytics, and process improvement.
• Manages budgets and budgeting activities and presents monthly variances, trends, and recommendations.
• Partners proactively with internal customers to provide solutions that support service delivery, efficiency, and continuity of operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in Business Management, Healthcare or related field

Job description

Position Overview

• Department: Materials Management


• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-5pm


• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham


• Benefits for eligible positions include:generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Job Description

To provide comprehensive leadership and management of all Supply Chain Operations functions in
support of UAB Medicine and Health System activities. To assure alignment with UAB Medicine and
Health System initiatives and oversee supply chain operations including receiving, logistics, materials
distribution, supply inventory management, and purchase services as needed. This position is
responsible for coordinating the deployment of efforts related to operational excellence, utilization,
conversions, standardization of supplies, services, and equipment, as well as data-driven decision
making, regulatory compliance (CMS, Joint Commission, AHCA, FDA, etc.) and providing proactive
customer solutions.

• Provides oversight for supply chain daily operations and initiatives.


• Attracts, retains and develops leaders to ensure continuous operational capability across
  supply chain.


• Develops and implements processes that will streamline operations and create savings for
  the organization.


• Analyzes operations, service levels, utilization, and expenses using data-driven decision
  making to support operational excellence and reduce expenses.


• Ensures regulatory compliance in accordance with all applicable healthcare agencies,
  standards, and requirements related to supply chain operations.


• Oversees the effective use of ERP systems and related supply chain technologies to
  support planning, reporting, analytics, and process improvement.


• Manages budgets and budgeting activities and presents monthly variances, trends, and
  recommendations.


• Partners proactively with internal customers to provide solutions that support service
  delivery, efficiency, and continuity of operations.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Management, Healthcare or a related field and ten (10) years of supply chain experience required.


• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirements.


• Healthcare
  supply chain experience preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.