Job description
Astera Health, previously Tri-County Health Care, is looking for a full-time Supply Chain Manager who strives for excellence and is committed to the management, evaluation, procurement, storage, and distribution of all supplies and equipment for the organization. The manager will oversee the daily operations of the Purchasing Office, storeroom, and coordinates Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) contracts and the Materials Management Computer system.
Serving patients for more than 90 years, Astera Health is a private, not-for-profit health care system that offers care to Todd, Wadena and Otter Tail counties. With Joint Commission accreditation and a full range of inpatient and outpatient primary and specialty services, Astera Health strives every day to achieve its mission of improving the health of the communities it serves. At Astera Health, we believe in fostering a positive workplace culture and bringing employees together as a united team with the same goal: to deliver high-quality health care to our patients.
This is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Astera Health offers competitive pay as well as a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and retirement. We also support work-life balance through benefits such as paid time off, short- and long-term disability and our employee wellness initiative.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee the purchasing function, utilizing acceptable purchasing practices and appropriate internal control. Including but not limited to analyzing inventory levels and historical cost comparisons. Establish, implement, and manage system to evaluate, monitor and report supplier performance.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of GPO purchasing program and solid knowledge of other GPO product category programs ensuring optimal participation in agreements to maximize price savings.
- Oversee the use of information technology in the purchasing and distribution process, including coordinating upgrades to the system and use of new software applications.
- Work with departmental leaders on preparation of construction/remodel budgets. Monitor actual costs compared to budget and notify appropriate personnel of potential overages.
- Develop, maintain, and coordinate a system for regular contract reviews.
- Consult with department managers in problem solving activities to assist them in preparing requisitions for special items and capital expenditures.
Competencies Required:
- Knowledge of Materials Management system.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, able to maintain orderly records and logs.
- Excellent computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to comply with OSHA regulations and CDC standards.
- Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain positive attitude
Education and Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or related field
- 5+ years experience in supply chain management and knowledge of healthcare
- Or; an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and duties of the job as listed above
Immunization requirements include: MMR, Hepatitis B (based on the position), Tdap, Varicella, Influenza, COVID-19.
Astera Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.
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