The Orthopedic Hospital

Job Summary

The Manager, Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, strategic leadership, and performance of the facility's Supply Chain department. This includes managing inventory, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, optimizing budgetary and fiscal performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Manager works collaboratively with leadership and staff to implement process changes, measure performance, and ensure the availability of necessary supplies to support patient care and organizational goals.

Essential Functions

• Oversees daily operations of the Supply Chain department, including inventory management, receiving, and distribution of supplies.
• Develops, implements, and maintains policies and procedures for departmental functions, services, and programs.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards related to supply chain operations.
• Manages budget preparation, monitors expenditures, and collaborates with leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinates bi-annual physical inventory processes and ensures accurate reporting for all stock supply locations.
• Implements education and training programs to support staff development and operational improvement initiatives.
• Actively participates in the Supply Expense Committee, contributing to strategic initiatives and expense management.
• Develops and monitors supply chain performance metrics, reporting outcomes to leadership and identifying areas for improvement.
• Leads special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management
  • Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with Director on staffing issues.
  • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  • Develops and manages departmental budget ensuring cost effective operations while maintaining high quality service.
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
  • Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
  • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
  • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Staff Responsibilities
  • May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
• Four (4) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• Master's Degree preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• 2-4 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.