Director, Non-Acute Supply Chain

Job Summary

The Director of Non-Acute Supply Chain will be responsible for establishing and optimizing the supply chain processes and systems across the Medical University of South Carolina non-acute healthcare facilities. This role includes overseeing formulary management, the integration of a new supply chain distribution across all locations and maximizing contract compliance. Through these efforts, the Director will contribute to the efficient, cost-effective distribution of supplies, enhancing strategic alignment with the Medical University of South Carolina overall supply chain initiatives.

This position is on-site at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a system-wide standardized formulary to align product selection with clinical and operational needs.

• Collaborate with clinical and procurement teams to analyze product utilization, with a focus on reducing variation and improving cost-effectiveness.

• Lead initiatives focused on category optimization, leveraging group purchasing agreements to drive compliance.

• Update standardized formulary document quarterly.

• Quarterly utilization and compliance report.

• Annual cost-savings and compliance report.

• Oversee the onboarding process for procurement, inventory, and logistics at new locations.

• Align all new locations with existing standards, formularies, and contracts to support operational continuity.

• Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing customized supply chain solutions for each location’s unique requirements.

• Detailed integration plans for each new location, delivered two weeks prior to go-live.

• Monthly progress reports on integration for new locations.

• Post-integration assessment report within three months after go-live.

• Establish mechanisms to track and enforce adherence to negotiated terms and supplier agreements.

• Identify and implement efficiency improvements to reduce waste, streamline procurement, and optimize inventory management.

• Track key metrics, including contract compliance, cost savings, and inventory turnover, to inform continuous improvement efforts.

• Monthly contract compliance and cost savings reports.

• Annual strategic review on supply chain efficiencies.

• Inventory turnover reports reviewed quarterly.

• Manage the operation and continuous improvement of supply chain systems, ensuring seamless functionality across non-acute facilities.

• Identify and implement system enhancements aimed at improving performance, efficiency, and user experience.

• Act as project manager for the design, configuration, and testing phases, supporting process improvement opportunities within the ERP and related business tools.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or relevant field

Work Experience

• 8-10+ years of experience in supply chain management ideally within the healthcare or non-acute sector

• 5+ years of leadership or management experience overseeing teams, operations, or projects in supply chain

• Familiarity with non-acute care settings (e.g., clinics, outpatient centers, or long-term care facilities)

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