Supply Chain Operations Specialist

Prepares bids and performs initial pricing evaluation for stock and non-stock supplies that are required for patient care across the System. Maintains the (Material Management Information System) MMIS databases for all entities within the organization. Ensures that data is accurate and current.

Job Responsibility

• Contacts vendors for product information and makes recommendations regarding item purchases based on information. 
• Organizes data collected and prepares bids to be reviewed by Manager. 
• Professionally represents hospital in all dealings with vendors. 
• Complies with hospital policies and procedures regarding gifts and gratuities. 
• Contacts user departments when additional information is needed such as catalog numbers, substitutions, etc. 
• Places orders according to schedule. 
• Notifies supervisor when a backlog of work occurs. 
• Interfaces with Procurement Processing as required. 
• Performs Material Management Information System (MMIS) contract and item file updates and system maintenance; ensures that data is accurate and up to date. 
• Operates under general guidance and work assignments are varied and require interpretation and independent decisions on course of action. 
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.