Supply Chain Specialist II Logistics - PSS Equipment and Technology, Full-time, Days

Northwesternmedicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist II in Chicago to optimize inventory and support clinical operations. You will develop analytics to ensure right products at the right time, while minimizing expiration risk and maintaining strong relationships with clinical teams.

The role emphasizes use of MMIS systems and ERP tools to monitor stock levels, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with healthcare supply chain standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in MMIS software.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
• Good organization skills.
• Critical thinking abilities.
• Process Improvement skills and analytical ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical tools to support having the right products at the right time with minimal risk of expiration.
• Manages clinical relationships to ensure procedural cases have proper inventory per case schedule.
• Utilizes tools within CIMS and Peoplesoft to maximize inventory levels and efficiencies.
• Utilizes productivity reports to measure department performance in comparison to KPIs.
• Resolves complex or critical situations involving technology, customers, staff, and other supply chain management personnel; consults with manager for guidance as needed.
• Monitors daily activity to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Analytical ability

Process improvement

Education

Associates degree in related field

Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

MMIS software

Job description

Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Works Rotating Weekends and Works Holidays)
Location: Feinberg/Galter; FL 06

Competitive Hourly Wage: The role is graded as a non-exempt position meaning you are eligible for overtime.

The Supply Chain Specialist II, Logistics reflects the mission, vision, and values of NMHC, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Develops analytical tools to support having the right products at the right time with minimal risk of expiration.
• Manages clinical relationships to ensure procedural cases have proper inventory per case schedule.
• Utilizes tools within CIMS and Peoplesoft to maximize inventory levels and efficiencies.
• Utilizes productivity reports to measure department performance in comparison to KPIs.
• Resolves complex or critical situations involving technology, customers, staff, and other supply chain management personnel; consults with manager for guidance as needed.
• Monitors daily activity to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assists level one manager with special projects as required.
• Works with management to develop and document standard work methodologies for the Supply Chain Logistics team.
• Ensures support of MDI and daily huddles.
• Acts as a quality assurance auditor for the Supply Chain Logistics team.
• Represents the Supply Chain Department and participates in special meeting as directed.
• Maintains local data integrity in Peoplesoft and CIMS
• Maintains the ability to respond quickly under pressure when problems arise.
• May act as a resource and point of contact in the absence of the Manager of Supply Chain Logistics.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Required

• Experience in MMIS software.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
• Good organization skills.
• Critical thinking abilities.
• Process Improvement skills and analytical ability.

Preferred

• 5 years work experience in a hospital or healthcare environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare processes and healthcare supply chain management.
• Associates degree in related field.
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt.

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AA/EOE.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.