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

Health benefits

FSAs

Family benefits

Retirement match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Manager to oversee the hospital's supply room, receiving and distribution activities, and related inventory controls. The role ensures efficient, cost-effective operations and maintains par levels across hospital locations.

Strong Lawson system knowledge is essential. The position requires 3-4 years in materials management, supervisory experience, and healthcare familiarity.

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; establishes space, shelving, and Lawson item detail maintenance.
• Supervises Receiving and Distribution staff and activities, including couriers.
• Sets par levels and reorder quantities to balance efficiency and stock-outs.
• Monitors Lawson inventory data and accuracy; conducts cycle counts and annual inventory.
• Trains staff on Lawson applications and distribution processes; monitors performance.
• Maintains supplier relationships to resolve order/delivery issues and reviews vendor scorecards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lawson MM System

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Department

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

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: Management of Supply Chain operations in a cost effective, efficient and safe manner. 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

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

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.