Supply Chain Operations Associate Manager

Location: Jackson, MI – Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, Supply Chain Operations

About the role

This position resides under The Resource Group, an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States, wholly-owned by Ascension. At The Resource Group, we build strong relationships with provider teams, working alongside them to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses, all in support of delivering quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Direct the ordering, tracking, and management of local inventory to ensure the continuity of care through the efficient delivery and stocking of supplies at the participant site.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify supply chain issues quickly and implement tactical solutions that maintain local delivery schedules and emergent supply needs.
• Analyze departmental supply budgets and inventory requisitions to troubleshoot financial variations and explain the balance-sheet impacts of operational activities to Finance and Accounting stakeholders.
• Oversee the accuracy of supply contracts and vendor relations while ensuring all distribution activities adhere to regulatory compliance standards and internal departmental procedures.
• Complete ongoing assessments of departmental workflows to implement high-quality, cost-effective improvement plans and provide local project management for product conversions and organizational initiatives.
• Enhance team performance through strategic day-to-day management of associates including hiring, training and onboarding, professional development, and providing coaching and feedback as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
• Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred).
• 2 years of professional experience.

Schedule

Full-time, Day shift, Monday - Friday

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more.