Supervisor Supply Chain Logistics

About the Role

Frontline, department-based leadership position that supervises daily functions of an assigned department. Provides clear direction and manages people, processes, structures, and/or programs that support direct and indirect care. Demonstrates behaviors aligned with organizational culture and drives comprehensive strategies to achieve desired outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and staff within the department in collaboration with the department manager.
• Participate in and contribute to the performance management and review process.
• Implement departmental plans and priorities identified by accountable leaders.
• May participate and recommend in the hiring and selection process.
• Respond promptly to meet or exceed customer needs.
• Follow standards of performance and work processes in designated areas; coordinate staff scheduling and assignments.
• Review and approve administrative functions such as time, payroll, and expenses.
• Steward productive use of resources (people, financial, equipment, supplies, materials) to achieve commitments and quality standards.
• Employ effective and respectful communication; develop an environment of mutual confidence and trust through collaborative relationships.
• Communicate goals, standards, program expectations, service performance, and how the work serves organizational objectives.
• Proactively recognize, address, and/or escalate organizational, operational, or team conflicts.
• Perform work in an environmentally safe, professional, and healthy manner; demonstrate flexibility and self-direction as a team player.
• Create a positive work environment that promotes productivity.
• Accountable for continuous self-development and supporting the growth of others.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as organizational policies and compliance programs.

Specialized Supervisor Roles

Supervisor, Specialty

• Responsible for budget and supply chain site leadership of a combination of FTEs, multi-small site geographic scope, or specialty/procedural area complexity (e.g., OR and Cath lab).
• Requires in-depth knowledge of ERP and other integrated supply chain systems.
• Implements ministry supply chain logistics optimization strategies to improve operating margins.
• Partners with Region Leader to champion and implement site inventory management capability.

Supervisor, Logistics

• Responsible for budget and supply chain site leadership of typically less than 15 FTEs, including multi-small site geographic scope with limited procedural area complexity.
• Maintains relationships with clinical leaders and other department leaders.
• Implements ministry supply chain logistics optimization strategies to improve operating margins.
• Partners with Region Leader to champion and implement site inventory management capability.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent healthcare Supply Chain experience.
• 1-3 years of verifiable, Supply Chain-related experience in a progressive work environment.

Additional Qualifications

• Previous healthcare Supply Chain experience (preferred).

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Indirect/healthcare support services environment with rare clinical/patient-facing work.
• Continuous work time indoors under temperature-controlled and well-lit conditions; occasional variable external environmental conditions.
• Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds unassisted; frequent travel and computer use.
• Continuous sitting; may require rare long periods of walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing.
• Must adapt to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and stressful situations.
• Ability to attend to tasks until complete, understand complex ideas, and manage multiple tasks over extended periods.
• Frequent ability to read small print and hear normal sounds/voice patterns; give/receive instructions verbally and via devices with some background noise.
• Perform frequent manual dexterity activities and occasional grasping/handling.
• Continuous attention to maintaining a safe working environment and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Activity Frequency Key: Occasional (1% - 33%), Frequent (34% - 66%), Continuous (67% - 100%)

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.