Program Director - Supply ManagementTexas Health Resources - Supply Chain ManagementTexas Health Resources is a 2024 Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® (10th consecutive year & we're the only health system in Texas recognized.)This role is remote reporting to the Texas Health Resources Corporate Offices at 612 E Lamar, Arlington, TX 76011. The role is Exempt (salaried), full-time, 40 hours weekly, and Monday-Friday.At Texas Health Resources , our mission is “to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve”.Our award-winning culture is a tribute to our amazing employees. We’re thrilled to be a 2023 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” for the 9th year in a row!We strive to create an atmosphere of respect, integrity, compassion and excellence for all. We’re committed to diversity in our workforce, and our mission to serve spreads across ethnic, cultural, economic and generational boundaries. Join us and do your life’s best work here!What You’ll Need
A Bachelor’s degree is required. Degree in supply chain management is helpful.
Healthcare environment supply chain experience is strongly preferred and a must for success in this position.
Five (5) years of experience in a professional supply chain role is required.
Experience with contract negotiations and cross functional leadership skills is strongly preferred.
Contracts management experience is preferred.
Certified Professional Medical Services Management CPMSM - (CPM and/or CMRP) upon hire is a plus.
Skills needed for success in this role:The successful candidate will be able to influence and communicate effectively across multiple cross functional departments and business partners. An exceptional understanding of supply chain management is a must. The successful candidate will have a strong executive presence and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross functional teams and business partners. The ability to manage effectively in a highly dynamic environment with competing priorities is a must for the successful candidate. Excellent MS Office proficiency (especially in Excel & Access), Business Objects, financial analysis, negotiation, and public speaking skills are also needed.What You’ll DoProvides systematic development, implementation and coordination of specific project teams related to supplies and/or equipment utilized all across THR entities. Chooses appropriate clinical or other staff from around THR to fairly represent the specific initiative, working closely with them to assure buy in and support from appropriate peer groups. Develops criteria to be utilized for fair and balanced outcomes.Coordinates and negotiates with hundreds of supply and equipment vendors in the process of supply/equipment standardization/cost reduction. Also interact with the GPO (Premier) staff around contract creation and utilization.Maintains and manages contracts associated with all assigned projects - aware of critical timelines and due dates of legal agreements. Also, design and manage implementation schedules for all product conversions.Responsible for the creation and/or management of all data analysis in the building and refining of data used in the decision-making process for the projects managed. Also, develop, monitor and analyze appropriate performance measurement tools to help manage supply costs. Includes building spreadsheets and analysis through THR information and financial systems for presentation and decision making.Produce and present status reports and financial summaries to all levels of the organization regarding current and future projects. Creates effective relationships with system Materials Managers, system leadership, physicians, and all clinical staff in the daily completion of duties. As well as, assisting in the programs of vendor certification, equipment recalls, and clinical staff education.Additional perks of being a Texas Health employeeBenefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day. You belong here.Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .#LI-BO1Texas Health requires a resume when an application is submitted.Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.