The Supply Chain Supervisor provides supervision of the staff and daily supply chain operations by ensuring service goals are met in a timely manner. This position is responsible for complying with hospital and departmental policy and procedure. Complies with accreditation and OSHA standards, general infection control, and inventory control requirements. This position also identifies service and performance issues and takes action to ensure problems are corrected.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum two (2) years of experience in a supply chain role, or four (4) or more years of experience in a role that interacts with supply chain functions (logistics, inventory replenishment, receiving, procurement, sourcing, vendor management, recall management, value analysis).
Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications.
Experience PREFERRED:
Three (3) or more years of healthcare supply chain experience.
Minimum of one (1) year of previous work experience in a lead worker or supervisory position.
Three (3) years of previous work experience in a lead worker or supervisory materials management position in an acute care setting.
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Education/training PREFERRED:
Associate’s degree in business or other related field
Independent action(s) required:
Ensures that the Department meets and complies with the established safety guidelines for the benefit of departmental employees and hospital staff.
Job duties may include the access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.
Supervises and coordinates multitude of activities of par carts, equipment, medical and surgical supplies.
Communicates effectively in writing and orally and enforces the policies and procedures.
Knowledge of inventory control, distribution theories and philosophies approach.
Knowledge of computer systems used as a tool to accomplish required data organization.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
Lead, direct and guide the staff in the direction consistent with the mission of VCUHS.
Additional position requirements:
Will be responsible for day-to-day operation of 24/7 operations
Age Specific groups served: N/A
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
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EEO Statement:
VCU Health System strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against, or harassment of, team members, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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