Supervisor, Materials Management

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Inventory and Purchasing Supervisor to manage stock, supplier relations, and procurement processes at 90 Blossom Street in Boston. The role emphasizes optimizing inventory, negotiating with suppliers, and leading a team to meet shipping and quality goals.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in Materials Engineering or equivalent experience, 5–7 years in supervision, and strong forecasting and budgeting capabilities within a supply chain context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering required; experience in lieu of degree accepted.
• 5-7 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management systems.
• Customer service-oriented with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of forecasting and budgeting; ability to solve problems swiftly.

Responsibilities

• Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Explores new materials, suppliers, and processes for quality, reliability, price, continuity, and delivery.
• Establishes procedures and supervises the annual physical inventory.
• Supervises, evaluates, and coaches staff.
• Interfaces with product line coordinators on planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments.
• Maintains relationships and negotiates with suppliers.
• Purchases supplies and materials according to specifications.
• Ensures compliance with all materials department processes.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Forecasting

Budgeting

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Summary

Job Summary

Responsible for managing inventory and purchasing procedures of raw materials and other supplies within a company.

Essential Functions

• Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements
• Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery
• Establishes procedures and supervises the annual physical inventory
• Supervise, evaluate and coach staff members
• Interfaces with product line coordinators on the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments
• Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers
• Purchase supplies and materials according to specifications
• Ensures that the company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all materials department functions

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's Degree Materials Engineering required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Experience directly related experience 5-7 years required experience in a supervisory role 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to lead team members. - Customer service-oriented. - Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems. - Knowledgeable of forecasting and budgeting. - Ability to solve problems swiftly. - Excellent organizational and leadership skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office In depth knowledge of supply chain and inventory management systems. - Hands on experience with forecasting and budgeting. - Excellent organizational and time management skills. - Analytical thinking with problem solving aptitude. - Outstanding communication and leadership skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

90 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual

Grade

7

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.