Position Overview

Department: Materials Management
Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (flexible)
Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
Benefits for eligible positions only include: Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

What You Will Do

Manages the process related to procuring critical products and high volume clinical items.

Develops relationships with clinical staff and leadership to aid in implementation of new contracted products and services

Leads all product conversions to new contracted items, this includes but is not limited to clinical engagement, communication, education, and serving as the subject matter experts for new products

Proactively identifies and implements supply chain savings opportunities

Escalates contracted product and service issues as needed

Leads Decision Teams to facilitate new technologyreview and approval

Coordinates product needs with local Operations counterparts across facilities

Aids in the support of product backorder and recall management, savings opportunities, and reprocessing management

Works with stakeholders, both internaland external to Supply Chain, to conduct new product trials, training, and introduction of new critical supplies and services with staff and physicians

Develops strategies on how to meet with clinical leadership, key physicians, and ambulatory leaders to review performance and value metrics, identify opportunities, and develop solutions

Trains, educates, and mentors Resourc Utilization Managers, when applicable

Serves as a clinical resource for Supply Chain peers

Conducts basic analytics to calculate value and identify opportunities

Maintains clinical cross references and inputs in the respective tool to track Decision Team (Value Analysis) and savings initiatives activities to derive actual savings for leadership reporting

Key duties and responsibilities may span multiple facilities within the Health System

What You Will Need

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospital Administration Supply Distribution or related field. Master's degree preferred.
Two (2) years of related experience required, clinical experience preferred

Additional Preferences

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

About UAB St. Vincent’s

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.

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Manager- Supply Chain Resource Utilization

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