Location:

Miramar, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

Responsible for Directing, planning, organizing, controlling and overseeing personnel of the daily activities of the centralized system-wide Supply Chain Procurement department that operates efficiently and meets the needs of all entities within Memorial Healthcare System. Leads the Procurement strategies within the healthcare system. Oversees all procurement activities for the healthcare system as it relates to supplies, equipment, construction, and services. Reports to Vice President Supply Chain Management.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for overseeing the resolution of supply chain shortages. Collaborates with Value Analysis, Strategic Sourcing and stakeholders to establish potential substitutions/inventory levels. Maintains reports of shortages and cause to be distributed within the organization.Establishes and implements policies and procedures ensuring compliance to applicable requirements of Federal, State and any other regulatory agency (e.g. Joint Commission). Ensures department complies with established policies. Integrates department’s services and primary functions by supporting the organizational mission, priorities and goals, and by delivering optimal quality health care services.Monitors and evaluates Supply Chain Procurement compliance and performance throughout the organization; monitors all purchases for compliance and establishes best practices with special purchases. Maximizes use of Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) where appropriate. Focus on standardization and simplification to achieve operational and cost efficiencies without compromising standards of care. Responsible to oversight of Supply Chain Audits.Provides strategic thinking and direction in collaboration with colleagues to establish a leading practice supply chain procurement model. Provides the tactical abilities to implement leading supply chain practices.Responsible for creating Procurement strategies to include process and execution system-wide. Develops and implements standards consistent with the administrative, legal and ethical requirements/objectives of the business unit and organization. Works in collaboration with stakeholders to ensure needs of the business are being met. Leads workgroups, create work plans, deliverables, desired outcome and saving estimates with targeted timelines.Other duties as assigned.Monitors the market and industry trends to be proactive in procurement activities and benchmarks. Drive ongoing system-wide procurement excellence and industry best practices to achieve established goals and objectives. Maintains a strong knowledge of suppliers and their capabilities, market trends and technological advances. Establishes and execute plans for areas of responsibility.Assists VP of Supply Chain with planning of system-wide Supply Chain activities. Supports special projects as assigned.Prepares, monitors, and evaluates Supply Chain department budgets and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding.Responsible for Cost Savings target in accordance to departmental and individual goals assigned. Works in collaboration with Finance on special projects and expense management.Directs System-wide Disaster Preparedness and Supply Chain Emergency activities.Hire and manage the performance of personnel to meet the needs of the assigned business unit. Create a team that is results driven, ethical and customer service driven. Provides coaching and mentoring to staff. Establish and maintain a culture of teamwork and collaboration.Collaboration with Value Analysis Program, Sourcing, Inventory, and Logistics. Participates in assigned Value Analysis Program teams as member and/or lead. Maintains synergies and partnership with all areas of Supply Chain Management.Accountable for the Procure to Pay process within the system-wide Supply Chain with the goal of making the process efficient and effective. Oversees the Supply Chain invoice resolution within established guidelines.Establishes and maintains professional and ethical vendor relationships with all suppliers. Creates value through partnerships and collaboration. Also manages the Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) relationship and activities.Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships internal and external to the organization. Establishing and maintaining effective communication with system-wide leadership, medical staff, staff, clinical and non-clinical areas fostering collaboration, partnership and synergies with all areas within Supply Chain. Engenders trust and accountability with colleagues and staff.Accountable for all system-wide Sourcing and Procurement of all equipment. Maintains and establishes standardization to maximize contract and limit variability where appropriate.Leads all construction projects and equipment procurement in relation to Supply Chain needs system-wide. Leads and maintains committee within Supply Chain to support this effort and Establishes and maintains project list, budget and timelines. Collaborates with Finance on Capital Budgets for system-wide purchases and budgets.Creates, monitors KPI’s/stats for areas of responsibility and staff productivity. Develop and implement policies and procedures. Responsible for departmental external and internal audits.

Competencies:

Business Acumen, Concern for Quality, Develop Relationships, Lead Through Vision, Manage Performance

Education and Certification Requirements:

Bachelors (Required)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Strong project management and process improvement skills. Excellent communication skills both oral and written. Analytical and critical thinking. Effective decision making and problem solving skills. Must be able to work in fast pace environment. Requires frequent interactions with individuals at all levels, including medical staff. Excellent organizational skills. Position requires significant teamwork across the healthcare system; Able to work in a team oriented environment. Personnel Management skills; must be able to work well and guide others. Attends conferences for continued education and market intelligence. Required Work Experience: Ten year (10) years' leadership experience. Supply Chain, Sourcing or Purchasing experience preferred. Other Information: Additional Education Info: In a job related field

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

•  Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
•  Distinguish Color = 80%
•  Hearing Acuity = 80%
•  Standing = 80%
•  Keyboard Entry = 80%
•  Walking = 80%
•  Depth Perception = 80%
•  Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Seeing - Far = 80%
•  Seeing - Near = 80%
•  Computer Monitor = 80%
•  Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Reaching = 80%
•  Audible Speech = 80%
•  Sitting = 80%

Shift:

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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