Supervisor, Supply Chain Services - Pasadena, Galveston, & League City, TX

henryschein; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Schein, Inc. in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to lead daily operations of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring accuracy, replenishment, and efficient distribution to clinical teams.

The role oversees staff, partners with procurement, and implements best practices across Pyxis, Omnicell and Lawson while maintaining compliance with Joint Commission, OSHA and HIPAA. A bachelor's degree and healthcare supply chain certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically 4+ years of related support experience; 3+ years of management experience.
• Bachelor's degree or global equivalent in related discipline.
• Experience coordinating inventory in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inventory staff including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels via audits, cycle counts, and reconciliations.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Serve as primary contact for clinical departments on inventory needs.
• Optimize systems (Pyxis, Omnicell, Lawson) for real-time accuracy.
• Collaborate with procurement and clinical teams to forecast needs.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, OSHA, HIPAA).
• Prepare inventory reports for leadership highlighting trends.
• Support emergency readiness with critical supplies.

Skills

CMRP Certification

Medical terminology

Lean inventory practices

Driver's license

Healthcare experience

Inventory management systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Pyxis

Omnicell

Lawson

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for the daily operations of inventory management within a healthcare facility, ensuring accurate tracking, distribution, and replenishment of medical supplies and equipment. This leadership role supports clinical teams by maintaining efficient inventory systems, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong organizational skills and a commitment to supporting high-quality patient care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of inventory staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Ensure accurate inventory levels through regular audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Oversee the receiving, storage, and distribution of medical supplies and equipment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clinical departments regarding inventory needs and service requests.
• Maintain and optimize inventory management systems (e.g., Pyxis, Omnicell, Lawson) to ensure real-time accuracy.
• Collaborate with procurement and clinical teams to forecast supply needs and manage stock levels.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, OSHA, HIPAA) and internal policies.
• Prepare and present inventory reports to leadership, highlighting trends, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Support emergency preparedness by ensuring critical supplies are readily available and properly stored.
• Ability to manage multiple customer engagements / PAR locations located in multiple geographies.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Certification in healthcare supply chain (e.g., CMRP – Certified Materials & Resource Professional).
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare logistics.
• Familiarity with lean inventory practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Valid US Drivers License
• Experience in a healthcare or hospital environment strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Good management skills and ability to motivate teams
• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to resolve disputes effectively
• Good presentation and public speaking skills
• Good decision making, analysis and problem solving skills with ability to multi-task
• Ability to learn applicable computer systems and other business required competencies
• Understand financial information that impacts department
• Ability to plan and coordinate successful projects
• Communicate effectively with team(s)

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

Typically 4 or more years of related support experience; 3 or more years of management experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline.

TRAVEL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Travel to multiple customer locations and occasional overnight travel
• Lift, carry or move products 0-10 lbs. frequently and products 11-75 lbs. occasionally.
• Walk on concrete floors frequently.
• Gripping, pushing, pulling and fine hand manipulation frequently.
• Twist or bend torso frequently.
• Climb ladder occasionally.
• Handling tools continuously (Computer, RF Device, Utility Knife).
• Conditions: Continuous temperature-controlled building.
• May be expose to dust occasionally.
• Work in a cold environment occasionally.

Henry Schein, Inc.is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.