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Stanford Health Care

Senior Manager, Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics

Stanford Health Care, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94301

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Senior Manager Of Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics

As the Senior Manager of Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics, you provide leadership to multiple matrixed teams across Supply Chain Operations. You will be assigned all supply chain responsibilities across the Stanford Healthcare which includes Stanford Health Care, Stanford Medicine Children's Hospital and Tri-Valley. You will assist in integrating the department's services with the hospitals and ambulatory primary functions. You will also develop/implement policies and procedures that guide or support service, assess and improve department performance, and ensure orientation and continuing education of departmental staff, as assigned. Locations: Stanford Health Care What you will do: Employees must abide by all Joint Commission requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Ensure an uninterrupted chain of supplies and services to all users, meeting clinical and financial needs of the organization. Manages and reports on Logistics data standards, benchmarks, KPIs, compliance and variances. Understands and contributes to the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals. You will lead on Campus or Ambulatory Supply Chain logistics activities for Stanford Health Care, Stanford Medicine Childrens and Tri-Valley. You will execute the implementation and operational plan for all the point of use system. You will coordinate and drive efforts to enable supply improvement initiatives within the facility. You will facilitate the standardization of products and optimize supply utilization through effective collaboration with physicians and clinicians. You will manage the facility implementation plan, identify, and mitigate risks, and monitor resource allocations to ensure the successful execution of plan. You will execute the Supply Chain Performance Measurement plan at the facility and report these results to the Director of Supply Chain Operations. You will actively seek ways to control costs without compromising patient safety or the quality of care of the services delivered. Lead, develop, and manage staff to support cost, quality and efficient execution of assigned responsibilities. Participate in LEAN process programs for system-wide and focused performance improvement activities. Education Qualifications: Bachelor's, preferably in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain, or healthcare related focus; 6+ years of experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree required. Master's Degree Preferred Experience Qualifications: Seven (7) plus years of progressively responsible experience in inventory control and supply chain/materials management required

Minimum three years of health care experience required.

Required experience in people management, this position manages a diverse workforce that includes both union and non-union employees. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient with Microsoft Windows Outlook, Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint Knowledge of the principles and practices of organization, administration, fiscal, and personnel management Knowledge of the principles, practices, and technologies of Supply Chain, especially as they relate to supply logistics and distribution in a healthcare/hospital environment. Knowledge of the medical/surgical supplies and equipment Knowledge of the principles and practices Lean Training and how to incorporate/apply them to Supply Chain in a healthcare setting. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization. Ability to motivate a large entry-level workforce, translate organizational vision to front-line action and recruit, develop, and mentor the Supply Chain Team by defining needs through strengths and training assessments, with formal timing and results goals for performance and career paths assimilation. Ability to facilitate large and small groups through problem definition, hypothesis, analysis, current state, and future state; to direct the development of clear and actionable implementation plans; and oversee project progression and successful execution. Lead supply chain efforts in the activation of new clinics, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and resources to support operational readiness. Develop and implement logistics plans for clinic openings, expansions, or relocations, ensuring all aspects of supply chain operations are seamlessly executed. Collaborate with clinic leadership and project managers to identify and address supply chain requirements during the activation process. Ability to work across functional boundaries and ability to bring disciplines together to integrate work processes and ideas. Ability to provide leadership to supervisors and assigned department employees to provide positive, open, effective communication with employees; effective and efficient scheduling of work assignments and working hours; clear expectations and appropriate and timely performance review and assessment; appropriate coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action as necessary; continuing education and training as needed; efficient and prompt service to customers. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate and foster strong working relationships across multiple organizations. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Beginner's knowledge of ERP Workday, preferred. Licenses and Certifications: CMRP, PMP certification preferred. These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $68.46 - $90.70 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.