Supervisor, Materials Management

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

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation is seeking an Inventory and Purchasing Manager to oversee the procurement of raw materials and related supplies at our Boston facility. This role focuses on maintaining optimal stock levels, supplier relations, and cost-effective purchasing strategies to support production and patient services.

Located at 90 Blossom Street, the position requires leadership and a strong background in materials management, forecasting, and budgeting within a healthcare or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering required.
• 5–7 years directly related experience required.
• 2–3 years supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Explores new materials, suppliers and processes for quality and cost.
• Establishes annual physical inventory procedures and supervises them.
• Supervises, evaluates and coaches staff members.
• Interfaces with product line coordinators for planning and forecasting.
• Maintains relationships and negotiates with suppliers.
• Purchases supplies and materials per specifications.
• Ensures adherence to standard materials department practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Forecasting

Budgeting

Problem solving

Inventory systems

MS Office

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree Materials Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Forecasting software

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.

Job Summary

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

Does this position require Patient Care? No

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

• 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%)
• 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