Job Description
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUSH Supply Chain Operations
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:30:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $32.00 - $46.44 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Responsible for managing the supply chain process for laboratory operations across Rush University Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital laboratory locations as assigned. Responsibilities include leadership and oversight of supply chain technicians, senior inventory control analysts, inventory management programs, and coordination of laboratory supply distribution operations.
Works closely with Supply Chain leadership, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, vendors, technology teams, laboratory leadership, and inventory control managers to support operational efficiency, inventory optimization, standardization, and uninterrupted laboratory operations. Responsible for driving process improvements, inventory management strategies, analytics, operational initiatives that support laboratory testing and patient care services.
Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Integrates and leads supply chain functions to support the operational and inventory needs of Rush laboratory areas.
Maintains professional working relationships with vendors and manufacturer representatives to ensure supplies are readily available for laboratory procedures and testing.
Collaborates with Supply Chain leadership and laboratory leadership to support process improvement initiatives through operational analysis, inventory optimization, and cost reduction opportunities.
Maintains cost-effective practices by researching options, negotiating supplier terms and pricing, and collaborating with multiple departments to support purchasing, delivery coordination, and operational planning initiatives.
Leads the implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of the AlinityIQ IMS system and other inventory management technologies across Rush laboratory locations.
Maintains efficient inventory control processes to ensure proper inventory levels are available to support laboratory operations and distribution requirements.
Interacts with clinicians, laboratory leadership, vendors, and supply chain personnel to resolve issues related to purchase orders, receipts, loaners, credits, substitutions, stock outs, and supply disruptions.
Establishes departmental quality management strategies and routinely tracks, analyzes, and reports operational metrics while identifying opportunities to improve supply chain performance.
Oversees physical inventory management processes within laboratory and assigned stocking locations, including point-of-use systems, cabinets, shelving, carts, and designated inventory areas. Establishes and maintains appropriate PAR levels and replenishment strategies.
Develops and maintains expertise in materials management inventory systems and ensures systems are optimized to support operational and organizational goals.
Oversees day-to-day laboratory supply chain operations and staff by developing schedules, assigning responsibilities, monitoring productivity, and ensuring operational expectations are met.
Conducts staff interviews and manages hiring, onboarding, disciplinary actions, coaching, and performance management activities in accordance with Human Resource policies and procedures.
Ensures employees are appropriately oriented and trained on departmental and organizational policies, inventory systems, and operational workflows. Develops and maintains departmental operating procedures and training materials.
Represents Supply Chain Operations in meetings, committees, and organizational initiatives as directed and serves as a leadership resource for laboratory operations and inventory management.
Leads efforts to resolve supply and distribution logistical issues by evaluating operational workflows and recommending cost-effective and sustainable solutions.
Tracks, analyzes, and reports inventory levels, ordering practices, service levels, shortages, and operational performance metrics for laboratory operations.
Proactively identifies and addresses supply shortages impacting laboratory operations and communicates mitigation strategies, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans to leadership.
Analyzes demand history, inventory trends, and utilization patterns to optimize inventory levels, improve inventory turns, and support operational forecasting.
Develops forecasting models, analytical reports, and inventory management tools utilizing Microsoft Excel and other reporting technologies to support decision-making and operational planning.
Oversees inventory management strategies to minimize excess and obsolete inventory while ensuring availability of critical and high-demand laboratory products.
Supervises and develops senior inventory control analysts and other assigned personnel to support a robust and standardized inventory management program across laboratory operations.
Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and inventory management standards to support consistent and efficient operations.
Reviews purchase order history and utilization data to recommend standardized ordering quantities and support lot-specific inventory management strategies.
Meets with vendors and manufacturers to review product utilization, evaluate future product changes, and identify opportunities to improve laboratory operational support.
Supports organizational initiatives related to supply chain technology integrations, operational standardization, Workday readiness, and continuous improvement efforts.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience within healthcare materials management, inventory management, or supply chain operations required.
Minimum of 3 years of leadership or management experience supervising teams in a healthcare environment preferred.
Experience supporting laboratory operations, perioperative services, or clinical inventory management preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and inventory management systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize competing demands, meet strict deadlines, and make sound operational decisions in a complex healthcare environment.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Master's degree.
Three (3) years of leadership or management experience supervising teams in a healthcare environment.
Experience supporting laboratory operations, perioperative services, or clinical inventory management.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Position Mgr Supply Chain Lab
Location US:IL:Chicago
Req ID 30812
