Manager Supply Chain

We're seeking a Manager Supply Chain to join our team! This position is responsible for operationalizing the vision and strategy of the Supply Chain Department. This includes project coordination, planning, and day to day administration of the Supply Chain staff responsible for the receiving, distribution and overall inventory management of supplies within the organization while concurrently facilitating efficient and cost-effective operations to meet current and future business needs of the organization related to supply chain.

This position is onsite: Cedar Rapids, IA. St. Luke's Hospital

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• Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive  Total Rewards  program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
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• Lead the Supply Chain team in managing the day-to-day activities to support the receiving, distribution and inventory management functions.
• Provide overall prioritization of work assignments and management of functional team resources, and their activities.
• Responsbile for the recruiting, training, coaching, team building and succession planning.
• Prepare and participate in the preparation of staff development plans for each staff member.
• Assess the skills and skill levels necessary to achieve Supply Chain work objectives.
• Accountable for engagement and performance enablement of the Supply Chain team
• Performs performance evaluations for staff. Creates an environment for staff growth, development,career planning, productivity and satisfaction by conducting staff meetings and one-on-one meetings at least monthly with all direct reports
• Establish effective mechanisms of communication with staff and the management team to foster anenvironment of openness, trust, teamwork and staff development.

• Serve as an interface between internal/external customers and the functional team members toensure effective delivery of Supply Chain service

Education:

• Associates Degree or courses leading to a Bachelors degree in Supply Chain or Business

Experience:

• 5 years relevant experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Control
• Proficient with business tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• A working knowledge of Lawson software application/products.

  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize work, excellent organizational skills, and initiative to improve processes.

  • Strong project management skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary efforts.

  • Requires ability to communicate with technical and non-technical users.

• Requires knowledge of federal healthcare laws and regulations.

  • Requires highly developed written and communication skills to effectively work with all levels of management throughout the UnityPoint Health, its subsidiaries and affiliates.