Supervisor Supply Chain

Hugh Chatham Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Education assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator for Illinois Masonic Medical Center. You will manage the supply room, supervise Receiving and Distribution staff, and maintain accurate inventories using the Lawson system.

The role emphasizes par level setting, cycle counts, and proactive problem resolution within a hospital environment. You will partner with nursing and other departments to ensure supply availability, while coordinating with vendors and corporate supply chain to optimize

Qualifications

• High School diploma and some college courses
• 1-2 years supervisor experience
• Experience in the healthcare industry preferred
• 3-4 years prior materials management/inventory control experience required

Responsibilities

• Manages the organization and operation of the supply room including space, shelving, bin naming, and Lawson item detail maintenance
• Supervises Receiving and Distribution employees and activities including couriers
• Establishes and monitors par levels and reorder quantities to balance turnover and stock levels
• Monitors inventory data integrity in Lawson including quantity, product information and cost
• Performs periodic cycle counts and annual inventory counts
• Trains staff on Lawson applications and receiving/distribution processes
• Monitors turnover, stock outs, and performance; collaborates with Corporate Supply Chain to resolve issues
• Provides excellent service to Nursing and other departments for supply availability and prompt responses
• Meets with vendors to review scorecards and discuss improvements

Skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Analytical skills

Communication

Office software (Word/Excel)

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma + some college

Supervisor experience 1-2 years

Healthcare industry experience preferred

3-4 years inventory control experience

Tools

Lawson system

Lawson MMIS

Job description

Department

11502 Enterprise Corporate - Supply Chain: Operations Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Monday- Friday 7AM- 4PM. Weekends and holidays as needed

Pay Range

$30.70 - $46.05

Major Responsibilities

1)Manages the organization and operation of the supply room, including establishing space and shelving requirements, bin naming and allocations and Lawson system maintenance for item detail. 2)Supervises Receiving and Distribution employees and activities, including couriers. Monitors receiving and distribution processes to ensure proper functioning. 3)Establishes and monitors par levels for supply room and inventory locations across the hospital. Sets par levels and reorder quantities in such a manner that balances efficiency (high product turnover) while avoiding stock outs or call downs. 4)Monitors and ensures the integrity of the inventory information in Lawson, including quantity, product information and cost information. 5)Performs periodic cycle counts to ensure the accuracy of on hand quantity information. Performs annual inventory count. 6)Researches and explains unusual adjusting entries in general ledger arising from Lawson Material Management System. 7)Trains Distribution and Receiving staff on Lawson applications and receiving / distribution processes. Monitors and reports Supply Chain associate performance. 1)Monitors and reports inventory turnover rates, stock outs, call downs, days of supplies on hand, etc. and adjusts par levels and processes accordingly. 2)Monitors and acts on daily order confirmations by accessing reports through Advocate online. 3)Conducts monthly 1 on 1 reviews with all direct report associates and documents the reviews Monitors and reports on Supply Chain operation achievements and areas of opportunity. 2)Works with Corporate Supply Chain to resolve issues regarding purchasing and contract compliance 1)Provides excellent customer service to Nursing and other departments in terms of supply availability, prompt response to questions and requests and meeting supply related patient / departmental needs Provides excellent customer service. 1)Works with distributors and manufacturers to resolve order / delivery issues 2)Meets with vendors to review scorecard of vendor performance, suggest changes to enhance service.

Education/Experience Required

*High School diploma and some college courses *1-2 years supervisor experience *experience in the healthcare industry preferred *3-4 years prior materials management/inventory control experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Consistently requires high level and advanced problem-solving, decision-making and analytical skills
• Ability to function well under pressure and conditions of frequent interruption.
• Excellent communication skill required.
• Hours of work may vary. Proficient in use of basic office software such as Word and Excel.
• Familiar with the basic ordering and inventory functions of Materials Management Information Systems
• Project Management n/a

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

n/a This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment To You

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.