The Director of IT Spend and Healthcare Supply Chain is tasked with formulating and executing strategic initiatives to enhance the performance of the supply chain, elevate service levels, and reduce costs across all facets of the institution. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of IT systems and functions, coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively with the IT development team.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- A minimum of 10 years in supply chain management, with a leadership role in the healthcare industry.
- Proficient in procurement software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and data analytics tools. Desirable experience includes familiarity with e-procurement platforms and inventory management systems.
- Capable of strategic thinking and translating business requirements into technical solutions.
Leadership and teamwork:
- Ability to lead a team, collaborate across various departments, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent organizational skills, time management, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Capability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities concurrently.
Essential Functions Of The Job:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
- Oversee the management of purchasing, contracting, inventory control, distribution, and logistics functions.
- Monitor and manage key performance indicators related to supply chain performance, including service levels, inventory accuracy, and delivery times.
- Collaborate with executive leadership and department heads to ensure alignment of supply chain initiatives with organizational goals.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
- Identify and address supply chain risks and disruptions, including the development of contingency plans for emergencies and disasters.
- Work collaboratively with the IT team to develop data models and governance frameworks to ensure accurate and reliable supply and equipment data.
- Define data standards, establish data quality controls, and facilitate data integration.
- Evaluate existing technology systems and identify opportunities for integration and interoperability.
- Define and implement integration strategies to enable seamless data flow between supply chain systems and other healthcare IT applications.
- Collaborate with the IT development team to design a software solution that utilizes supply and equipment data to facilitate patient scheduling.
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