Director, Supply Chain Management - Supply Chain - FT - Days

About the role

The incumbent is responsible for coordinating the materials management system throughout the medical center or health system, overseeing procurement, processing, and distribution of materials and services. Ensures the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Communicate strategies with senior leadership and coordinate supply chain activities across functions.
• Manage operations of a materials management unit, implementing systems, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance.
• Maintain supplies and manage staff using materials management techniques.
• Establish departmental goals and objectives, functioning with autonomy.
• Ensure subordinate supervisors and professionals adhere to defined internal controls.
• Manage systems and procedures to protect departmental assets.

Requirements

• Verbal and written communication skills to communicate strategies with senior leadership.
• Strong abilities to actively listen, and change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others.
• Travel between procurement office and medical center locations, other travel up to 10%.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address issues when no precedent exists and to develop creative alternatives.
• Strong ability to set goals and manage the implementation process for initiatives.
• Highly adaptable and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a complex, challenging environment.
• Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility to anticipate problems and implement resolution.
• Skills to forecast talent needs, and encourage leadership development for succession planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years previous working experience managing organizational-wide supply chain activities - procurement, inventory control, purchasing, etc.
• Interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with all levels of staff and coordinate supply chain activities across functions.
• In-depth knowledge of the most current materials management best practices and systems.
• In-depth knowledge of business subjects such as purchasing, inventory systems & controls, and/or accounting.
• Advanced skills in the use of ERP / financial systems (such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, SAP, etc.).
• Advanced skills in organizing, simplifying and increasing efficiency of processes and procedures while maintaining standards and compliance.
• Ability to interpret data and make appropriate decisions for the organization using that data; knowing burn rate, utilization and forecasting.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant internal policy, external regulations, and best practices.
• Expert Excel skills.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Advanced skills in ERP / financial systems.
• Advanced skills in organizing and simplifying processes.
• Ability to interpret data and make decisions.
• Expertise in materials management best practices.
• Knowledge of business subjects including purchasing, inventory systems & controls, and accounting.

Benefits

Includes a variety of benefits such as medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to discounts and perks. For more details, visit this page.

Pay

Details of pay can be found on the same page.

Schedule

Details of the schedule can be found on the same page.

Conditions of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

Additional Information

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.