Cook County Health
DIRECTOR OF SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS
Cook County Health, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Director of Supply Chain Operations & Logistics
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Cook County Health The Director Supply Chain Operations and Logistics is responsible for leading and overseeing the Supply Chain Operations Department for the Cook County Health (CCH) and all affiliates, including Distribution/Logistics, Inventory management, Receiving, Linen Management and Mail Services. This position directs the supply chain operations; assists CCH and distributors in implementing new supply chain programs; monitors and tracks the success of engagements using specific performance indicators; oversees on-site staff to implement departmental service quality improvement initiatives; and directs operations and logistics for multiple hospitals and clinics.
Responsibilities
Maintain effective inventory control management (stock and non-stock) processes and costs as established by Enterprise Business Processes (EBP) across assigned departments.
Provide supply chain logistics support to all CCH facilities and implement system-wide Just-in-Time (JIT) programs.
Provide financial input to Administration on projection of supply expenses and opportunities for reduction/savings.
Coordinate system-wide physical inventories and strive to achieve system-wide KPI targets.
Communicate changes, issues and trends to executive leadership, nursing leadership and department directors in a timely and clear manner.
Develop and execute project plans for Strategic Logistics/Operations initiatives affecting each facility, including optimizing supply, linen and mail utilization through collaboration with physicians and clinicians.
Resolve service issues that do not meet SLAs and facilitate staff development in supply chain solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
Five (5) years of experience managing supply chain operations in healthcare or equivalent, including inventory management and cycle counting
Five (5) years of progressively increasing management responsibility
Knowledge of ERP systems such as Lawson, PeopleSoft, McKesson/HBOC, or similar
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Certified Materials and Resource Professional
Seven (7) years of experience in healthcare supply chain management with inventory control expertise
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Experience managing multi-facility hospital operations
Knowledge of management in a union environment
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving abilities; conflict management; decision-making
Project management capabilities; adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work in a generally sedentary office environment with potential for standing/walking; visual acuity and manual dexterity for computer work
Physical and Environmental Demands Healthcare environment; adhere to hospital and department safety requirements, including PPE, hand hygiene, and department-specific safety practices.
Additional Information Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage; life insurance; pension and deferred compensation; EAP; paid holidays, vacation and sick time; and PSLF eligibility where applicable.
Application Information Applicants may apply by submitting a resume/CV to mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org. When submitting by email, include the job title and posting number in the subject line. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position of interest. This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Eligibility and Compliance
Cook County Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Veteran preference rules apply; see posting for details and required documentation.
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Director of Supply Chain Operations & Logistics
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Cook County Health The Director Supply Chain Operations and Logistics is responsible for leading and overseeing the Supply Chain Operations Department for the Cook County Health (CCH) and all affiliates, including Distribution/Logistics, Inventory management, Receiving, Linen Management and Mail Services. This position directs the supply chain operations; assists CCH and distributors in implementing new supply chain programs; monitors and tracks the success of engagements using specific performance indicators; oversees on-site staff to implement departmental service quality improvement initiatives; and directs operations and logistics for multiple hospitals and clinics.
Responsibilities
Maintain effective inventory control management (stock and non-stock) processes and costs as established by Enterprise Business Processes (EBP) across assigned departments.
Provide supply chain logistics support to all CCH facilities and implement system-wide Just-in-Time (JIT) programs.
Provide financial input to Administration on projection of supply expenses and opportunities for reduction/savings.
Coordinate system-wide physical inventories and strive to achieve system-wide KPI targets.
Communicate changes, issues and trends to executive leadership, nursing leadership and department directors in a timely and clear manner.
Develop and execute project plans for Strategic Logistics/Operations initiatives affecting each facility, including optimizing supply, linen and mail utilization through collaboration with physicians and clinicians.
Resolve service issues that do not meet SLAs and facilitate staff development in supply chain solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
Five (5) years of experience managing supply chain operations in healthcare or equivalent, including inventory management and cycle counting
Five (5) years of progressively increasing management responsibility
Knowledge of ERP systems such as Lawson, PeopleSoft, McKesson/HBOC, or similar
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Certified Materials and Resource Professional
Seven (7) years of experience in healthcare supply chain management with inventory control expertise
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Experience managing multi-facility hospital operations
Knowledge of management in a union environment
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving abilities; conflict management; decision-making
Project management capabilities; adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work in a generally sedentary office environment with potential for standing/walking; visual acuity and manual dexterity for computer work
Physical and Environmental Demands Healthcare environment; adhere to hospital and department safety requirements, including PPE, hand hygiene, and department-specific safety practices.
Additional Information Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage; life insurance; pension and deferred compensation; EAP; paid holidays, vacation and sick time; and PSLF eligibility where applicable.
Application Information Applicants may apply by submitting a resume/CV to mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org. When submitting by email, include the job title and posting number in the subject line. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position of interest. This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Eligibility and Compliance
Cook County Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Veteran preference rules apply; see posting for details and required documentation.
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