Sr Supply Chain Coordinator (HS)

Scope of Position

The Procedural Supply Chain Department is responsible for the order, receipt, storage, and distribution of procedural supplies, linens, scrubs, and procedural equipment within UH, Ross, and Same Day perioperative services.

The department supports lean supply chain practices and works with perioperative support service office to aid in timely processing of patient billing information. The activities of the Procedural Supply Chain Department support a 24-hour/day, 7-days/week operation.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for daily supply chain activities in the procedural areas, including forecasting, requisitioning, inventory control, and implant/consignment management, while utilizing lean supply chain practices. Manages case picking of supplies and collaborates with clinical staff to maintain accuracy of preference cards.

Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the two-bin Kanban system in procedural areas. Communicates with clinical and supply chain staff, as well as vendors, regarding supply chain issues, including but not limited to expiration tracking, cycle counting, annual physical inventory, par level analysis, product trials, product conversions, product discontinuations, preference card management, storage location flow, and overall organization.

Ensures accreditation and audit processes are maintained in accordance with current standards. Proactively monitors, investigates, and resolves charge capture errors to prevent supply shortages, stockouts, and missed revenue.

Works with clinical and other supply chain staff to investigate new items and equipment, providing valid data analysis related to cost savings, volume, and other metrics.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant inventory management experience, preferably in a hospital setting.