Director Of Materials Management

Southwest General Health Center is a 352-bed community hospital located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. One of the last standing community hospitals in Northeast Ohio, we partner with University Hospitals and other local community organizations to provide a full range of services to all who need us. We are certified as a Level III Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, and have been serving our community for over 100 years!

Why work at SWGHC? In addition to the outstanding culture, we offer great benefits, no rotating shifts, free parking and are close to the turnpike and I-71. Come join our team! #loveajobthatlovesyouback

Director of Materials Management

Position Summary

Supervise and direct the central materials management functions, materials acquisition, storage and distribution functions of the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business related field.

Required Length And Type Of Experience

• 5-8 years of work experience in procurement supporting operations, healthcare facilities or capital construction projects
• Proven success leading cross-division sourcing projects; able to handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision under challenging conditions
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation skills; comfortable and credible with both internal stakeholders and external audiences
• Working knowledge of sourcing processes and methodologies
• Ability to create and execute a procurement process vision, as well as an ability to work within larger organizational objectives

Duties And Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders, ensure timely delivery of purchase orders, and resolve invoice issues when necessary.
• Serve as the primary focal point for key price, delivery, and technical negotiations with Supply Chain partners. Lead buying team to develop tactical cost containment strategies as necessary.
• May directly manage vendor relationships or work with vendors to resolve quality, shipping, or invoicing issues.
• Build strategic relationships with suppliers, transportation companies, and service providers.
• Develops purchasing procedures (RFP/RFQ, bid, purchase order, or requisition processes) meant to ensure that quality standards for purchased goods or services are met while costs are minimized.
• Monitor and manage costs to ensure adherence to budgets, forecasts and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve problems or improve processes.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees. Supervision is often provided through a team of subordinate managers.
• Oversees purchasing of goods and services, ensuring cost and quality standards are met.
• Represents Hospital in group purchasing programs.
• Work collaboratively with internal team members on sourcing strategy, market analysis, make vs. buy opportunities, and supplier roadmaps to support cost, quality, and delivery targets. Build and maintain an active register of cost savings projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations.
• Establishes policies and procedures for identifying, evaluating, selecting and negotiating with vendors.
• Manage the inventory control function to maintain adequate stock to meet the operational needs of the hospital.
• Keeps current with new products, technology, and developments in Hospital purchasing and materials management.
• Manages the print shop functions and services.
• Recommends policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization.
• Contributes to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function.

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