Supply Chain Analytics Manager

DCH Health System; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System seeks a seasoned Supply Chain IT professional to lead data analytics, systems management, and training across the department.

You will oversee ERP/MMIS data integrity, coordinate with Purchasing, Contracting, and Distribution Services, and drive initiatives through KPI development and performance reviews. A strong background in healthcare supply chains and Excel is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; bachelor’s preferred in business, information systems, or data analytics.
• Healthcare experience is valued; 7+ years may substitute for degree.
• Understanding of ERP, MMIS and/or GPO information systems is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills are required.
• Experience with Excel and front-office PC applications is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Supply Chain IT Analyst in day-to-day performance and optimization of MMIS/ERP and other SC systems.
• Provide expertise and training in Supply Chain systems including ERP, MMIS, EDI, and vendor databases.
• Perform data analytics tasks and prepare monthly and ad-hoc reports to support the department.

Skills

Data analytics

Healthcare experience

Communication skills

Process improvement

Vendor management

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in business or information systems

Tools

ERP systems

MMIS

EDI systems

GPO databases

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Overview

Manages supply chain data analytics, systems, and technology related processes. Supports Supply Chain staff with data management, information extractions, and analytics as needed from a variety of internal systems and external sources. Assists with training DCH staff system-wide on core Supply Chain systems and processes. Thinks creatively and offers practical solutions to problems as they arise. Has direct oversight of ERP data integrity for the DCH MMIS.

Responsibilities

• Manages and directs the Supply Chain IT Analyst in day-to-day performance updates, identifies and oversees opportunities for optimization to the MMIS/ERP and is responsible for the oversight of all other SC systems.
• Provides expertise and training as needed in all Supply Chain systems and technologies including but not limited to; Microsoft Office Suite, ERP and MMIS supply chain functions, EDI systems, vendor management system, GPO and vendor provided databases.
• Performs project work and completes data analytics tasks in all areas of Supply Chain. Prepare monthly and ad-hoc data reports as requested to support the department.
• Uses a wide array of available databases to identify products and product lines for cost savings. Evaluates competitive offerings to determine the overall best value for a product/service. Develops acceptance criteria to facilitate objective decision-making.
• Makes recommendations as to product substitutions, product conversions and utilization review based on provided data analytics.
• Serves as liaison between Purchasing, Contracting, Value Analysis and Distribution Services. Develops KPI’s for each function of the supply chain and tracks initiatives as needed.
• Develops and manages effective relationships with internal departments, staff and suppliers.
• Assists with performance improvement initiatives, including documentation and reporting of outcom
• Assists System Director of VAT with creation, utilization, and management of Value Analysis Dashboard.
• Supplier Performance Management - Develops and tracks supplier performance metrics to ensure consistent quality, delivery timelines, and cost effectiveness to include prime distributor.
• Facilitates regular supplier performance reviews and negotiate performance improvement plans when necessary.

DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Mission, Vision, and Values including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
• Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

An Associate degree is required. Baccalaureate degree in business, information systems or a concentration in data analytics is highly preferred. A minimum of 7 years healthcare experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree. Understanding of Supply Chain processes and experience with ERP, MMIS and/or GPO information systems is preferred. Medical supply knowledge is a plus. Excellent verbal and written skills as well as interpersonal relationship and customer service skills are required. Experience using front office personal computer applications also required. High level skills in Excel required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequent interaction with internal customers in person and over the phone, on a daily basis. Frequent e-mailing activities to ensure efficient flow in information. Must possess average manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Able to stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. Normal color vision. Long periods of sitting. Physical presence onsite is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.