Supply Chain Supervisor

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health seeks a Supply Chain Supervisor to lead a high-performing team of 10+ Logistics Specialists on first shift at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. The role emphasizes accountability, coaching, and maintaining efficiency in a fast-paced distribution setting.

The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years of relevant experience with at least 1 year in supervision, plus strong skills in Microsoft Office and UKG timekeeping. A valid Indiana driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience; at least 1 year supervisory experience preferred.
• 3 plus years warehouse or distribution center experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License for the State of Indiana preferred.
• Requires proven experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Some assignments may be required to obtain Material Handling Safety Training certification within 30 days of hire.
• Some assignments may require the ability to operate manual and motorized material handling equipment.
• Requires long periods of standing and heavy pushing and pulling.
• Requires the continuous ability to: lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist; lift up to 20 pounds from waist to over-the-head; carry up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 10+ Logistics Specialists on first shift.
• Manage timekeeping and scheduling in UKG and handle related admin duties.
• Oversee inventory management and ordering with Logistics Specialists II.
• Maintain customer service levels while ensuring operational efficiency and organized work areas.
• Coach, mentor, and cross-train team members; support performance evaluations.
• Administer progressive discipline as needed and liaise between staff and management.
• Monitor, correct, and process employee time and payroll.
• Assist in monitoring transportation and freight and contribute to policy development.
• Maintain IU Health ISC security and promote safety in operations.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly reporting.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Coaching team members

Timekeeping & scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

UKG

Job description

Overview

Supply Chain Supervisor

Our team members advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork, and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Supply Chain team in the role of Supply Chain Supervisor.

We are seeking an accountable, organized, and people focused supply chain leader to supervise a high functioning team of 10 or more Logistics Specialists during first shift (6am – 2:30pm). The ideal candidate is comfortable holding people accountable, coaching team members through challenges, and maintaining operational standards in a fast paced distribution and logistics environment. Prior supervisory experience is preferred, but what matters most is a genuine readiness to lead

Key Relationships

Reports to: Manager, Supply Chain Regional

Direct reports: Yes – 10+

Shift: Full time, Monday – Friday, onsite (6:00am – 2:30pm)

Location: Indianapolis, IN – Methodist Hospital

The Scope:

This role supervises supply chain operations at Methodist Hospital, including:

• Supervising 10 or more Logistics Specialists
• Managing timekeeping and scheduling in UKG and performing general clerical and administrative duties associated with the role
• Overseeing inventory management and ordering in close collaboration with Logistics Specialist IIs
• Ensuring customer needs are met while maintaining operational efficiencies and orderly, organized work areas
• Implementing countermeasures when process breakdowns occur and tracking trends in service discrepancies
• Coaching, mentoring, and cross training team members and providing input on performance evaluations
• Administering progressive discipline as needed and serving as a liaison between employees and management
• Monitoring, correcting, and processing employee time and payroll
• Assisting in monitoring transportation and freight and providing input on department policy and procedure development
• Maintaining IU Health Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) security and conducting operations in a manner that promotes safety
• Ensuring monthly reporting is provided in a timely and accurate manner

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for this position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience; at least 1 year supervisory experience preferred.
• 3 plus years warehouse or distribution center experience preferred.
• Valid Drivers License for the State of Indiana preferred.
• Requires proven experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Some assignments may be required to obtain Material Handling Safety Training certification within 30 days of hire.
• Some assignments may require the ability to operate manual and motorized material handling equipment.
• Requires long periods of standing and heavy pushing and pulling.
• Requires the continuous ability to: lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist; lift up to 20 pounds from waist to over-the-head; carry up to 25 pounds.

The “DNA” for Success

Accountable Leader: You hold your team to standards. Not because it is required, but because you understand that consistent standards protect the team, the patients, and the mission.

Coach and Mentor: You invest in your people. You reinforce expectations, develop skills, and give feedback that helps team members grow.

Organized and Process Minded: You keep an orderly operation, spot breakdowns before they become problems, and implement countermeasures with calm and clarity.

Operationally Grounded: You understand warehouse and distribution environments, inventory management, and logistics operations.

Values Driven and Coachable: You are someone who leads with integrity, is open to feedback, and genuinely aligns with IU Health's mission and culture.

Flexible and Reliable: On call rotation and weekend coverage are part of this role. You show up when it matters and your team knows they can count on you.

Communicator and Bridge Builder: You translate between your team and leadership effectively, advocate for your people, and keep information flowing clearly in both directions.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.