Team Lead - Material Handler

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Center (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an inventory and purchasing professional to manage materials flow and supplier relationships. You will oversee stock levels, supplier performance, and timely material deliveries to support patient care operations.

Responsibilities include coordinating with product line teams, negotiating with vendors, and supervising staff while ensuring adherence to procurement policies and cost controls.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; experience considered in lieu of a degree is not accepted.
• Directly related experience 3–5 years required and supervisory experience 2–3 years preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities include leadership, customer service, supply chain systems, forecasting and budgeting, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements.
• Explores new materials, suppliers, and processes to improve quality, reliability, prices, continuity and delivery.
• Establishes procedures and supervises the annual physical inventory.
• Supervises, evaluates and coaches staff.
• Interfaces with product line coordinators on planning and forecasting of customer orders.
• Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers.
• Purchase supplies and materials per specifications.
• Ensures standard purchasing practices are followed.

Skills

Lead team

Customer service

Forecasting

Budgeting

SAP MM

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SAP MM

Microsoft Office

Forecasting tools

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for managing inventory and purchasing procedures of raw materials and other supplies within a company.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements.
• Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery.
• Establishes procedures and supervises the annual physical inventory.
• Supervises, evaluates, and coaches staff members.
• Interfaces with product line coordinators on the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments.
• Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers.
• Purchase supplies and materials in accordance with specifications.
• Ensures that the company's standard practices and procedures are followed for all materials department functions.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Directly related experience 3-5 years required and Experience in a supervisory role 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to lead team members. - Customer service-oriented. - Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems. - Knowledgeable in forecasting and budgeting. - Ability to solve problems swiftly. - Working knowledge of SAP MM. - Excellent organizational and leadership skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office. In-depth knowledge of supply chain and inventory management systems. - Hands-on experience with forecasting and budgeting. - Excellent organizational and time management skills. - Analytical thinking with problem-solving aptitude. - Outstanding communication and leadership skills.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

89 Fenwood Rd at Brookline Ave

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.81 - $28.30/Hourly

Grade

3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.