General Summary of PositionJob Summary:MedStar Health is looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our team at Franklin Square Hospital! The ideal candidate will possess a d emonstrated work history of critical thinking, problem solving, effective communication and customer service skills.As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will handle the daily operational aspects of supply chain management in assigned Procedure based departments (example: OR, Cath Lab, IR, etc. ). Accountable for monitoring and trending supply usage to budget and reporting to senior department management. Serves as main contact for all supply and service vendors for assigned areas. Responsible for ensuring department is compliant to committed MedStar Health System, service, and supply contracts.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the \"Healthiest Maryland Businesses\". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move !Primary Duties:Assists in communication appropriately throughout the facility with procedure department leadership, physicians, and specialty team leaders to establish supply chain strategies to optimize workflow , discuss product availability, cost controls, and develop strategic plans for standardization and savings opportunities. Assists in the development of the department supply budget and manages resources according to approved budget. Focusing efforts on the reduction of special orders and non-contract purchases. Communicates all supply related issues to include back orders, discontinued items, recall information, item file changes, and substitutes to the appropriate clinical team member.Conducts mid-year and annual performance evaluations, including the establishment and monitoring of individual and team goals for all direct reports when applicable. Establishes and implements processes/procedures for loaner items and consignment products. Oversees and executes processes involved in inventory counting, reordering, and stocking goods in an efficient and timely manner, while adhering to established order cut-off times, so that all necessary products are available when needed.Oversees execution of all scheduled cycle counts and oversees performance to maintain accurate inventory levels and proper replenishment patterns. Processes all implant requests through Purchasing daily, maintain appropriate documentation and reconciles monthly implant log to purchase order history if applicable.Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the MedStar organization. Responsible for adequately maintaining inventory levels sufficient to meet customer needs within efficient and practical financial guidelines and through routine reviews of min/max and Par level review.Serves as the primary contact for all manufacturer/vendor representative relations, to include oversight of consignment inventories, new product submissions, demos, back-order resolution, acceptable substitutes, returns, price changes and contract compliance. Serves as the supply chain liaison for resolving patient billing errors in assigned departments. Serves in the absence of the Perioperative Supply Chain Director when applicable.Qualifications:3-4 years previous management and/or supervisory experience.Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.High School Diploma or GED preferred.\r\r This position has a hiring range of $58,656 - $93,246 \r