Dir Supply Chain

Community Health Systems • Longview, TX • 11h ago

Job Summary

The Director, Supply Chain oversees the strategic and operational management of supply chain activities to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused operations. This role is responsible for leading inventory management, vendor relations, supply expense management, and process improvements while aligning the hospital's supply chain functions with organizational goals and supply chain policies. The Director develops and implements policies, assesses performance, and ensures staff training and development to meet operational excellence standards.

Essential Functions

Leads daily supply chain operations, including inventory management, procurement, vendor relationships, and expense controls, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of products and services.

Develops and implements policies and procedures to support efficient supply chain operations and ensure compliance with organizational standards.

Collaborates with hospital department leaders to identify and implement cost-reduction strategies, improve processes, and align supply chain practices with clinical and operational needs.

Co-chairs the hospital's Supply Expense Committee (SEC), ensuring new product requests, clinical standardization initiatives, and significant supply changes are evaluated and approved before implementation.

Monitors departmental expenses, maintaining alignment with budgetary goals, and ensures compliance with all inventory management functions within the hospital.

Supports capital equipment purchases, including contract negotiations, leases, and maintenance agreements, to optimize financial and operational outcomes.

Works closely with the Region Supply Chain Officer to ensure alignment with organizational supply chain operations policies and strategic initiatives.

Develops and implements education and training programs for supply chain staff, supporting ongoing professional development and performance improvement.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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 leadership on any potential staffing issues.

Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.

Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight

Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.

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 Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field required

5-7 years of supply chain management experience in a healthcare setting required

1-3 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain operations, inventory management, and vendor negotiation practices.

Strong leadership and communication skills to engage with multidisciplinary teams and external partners effectively.

Financial acumen for managing budgets, expense controls, and cost-reduction initiatives.

Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to assess performance and implement improvements.

Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, and training programs aligned with organizational goals.

Familiarity with healthcare supply chain regulations and compliance standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

Similar Jobs

Locomotive Mechanic

AmeriTrack Rail (Marmon) A Railserve Inc Company • Longview, TX • 2w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathaway youll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positiv...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Assembler - Panel Shop - Direct Hire

CPI International • Kilgore, TX • 3w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

YOUR DAY TO DAY: To perform routine electronic, mechanical, or composite assembly tasks under a moderate amount of supervision. YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR: Performs routine electronic, mechanical, or composite productio...

3w ago

Go to Apply

Machinist

CPI International • Kilgore, TX • 3w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

YOUR DAY TO DAY: To perform complex set-ups and machining operations on standard machine tool using all accessory tools and equipment necessary for completion of assignment, under minimal supervision. MACHINE AND EQUIPME...

3w ago

Go to Apply

Assembler - Paint - Direct Hire

CPI International • Kilgore, TX • 3w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

YOUR DAY TO DAY: To learn and perform basic, routine electronic, mechanical, or composite assembly tasks following specific quality specifications and procedural documentation and follow instructions given under direct s...

3w ago

Go to Apply

Assembler - Panel Shop - Direct Hire

CPI Industries • Kilgore, TX • 3w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

3w ago

Go to Apply

Machinist - Direct Hire

CPI International • Kilgore, TX • 3w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

YOUR DAY TO DAY: To perform difficult set-ups and machining operations on specific machine tool, using accessory tools and equipment necessary for completion of assignment, and may perform simple, routine set-ups, and ma...

3w ago

Go to Apply

Supply Chain Expeditor

Kelly Services • Longview, TX • 3w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Kelly Services is seeking a Supply Chain Expeditor for a local manufacturing company in Longview, Texas. Title: Supply Chain Expeditor Salary: $22.99/hour per hour Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-4:30p Responsibilities: Track...

3w ago

Go to Apply

Assembler - Paint - Direct Hire

CPI Industries • Kilgore, TX • 3w ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

3w ago

Go to Apply

Adjunct Instructor Music - Guitar

Kilgore College • Kilgore, TX • 6h ago

Position Details: Kilgore College is seeking a passionate and experienced Guitar Instructor to join our Music Department. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality instruction to students of varying skill levels, fos...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Addiction Severity Tester

MTC • Henderson, TX • 6h ago

Pay: $17.85 per hour Work schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday 8-hour days Benefit package includes: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) Sho...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.