Supply Chain Business Analyst

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.

Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Supply Chain Business Analyst supports Supply Chain through the use of the Children Mercys Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system as well as other related technologies and systems. This individual will have proficient knowledge of the key system platforms up and down stream connections to supply chain and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to improve efficiency with system automation process improvement and standardization. This includes but isnt limited to the following:

• Development and support of Supply Chain metadata
• Development and support of the ERP support efforts
• Development and support of internal related IS platforms such as Epic/Oracle Strata etc.
• Development and support of external related/connected IS platforms such as Vizient GHX VAMS etc.

Working in conjunction with the Business Systems & Analytics Manager this individual will assist in the KPI and benchmarking efforts as well as lean process improvement work driving greater value for the entire organization.

At Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.

Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found nonimmune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Project Management: As the project management subject matter expert of supply chain this role is responsible for not only leading and engaging in projects that are approved by the business but also applying system and process knowledge to identify improvements and present suggestions to our internal stakeholders. This may be through discussions with internal stakeholders or external vendors based on technology reviews or analysis of current process or system use.

How work is completed:

• Facilitates with new systems implementations upgrades and enhancements.
• Works closely with all Supply Chain departments to ensure systems initiatives are reviewed for appropriateness and prioritization.
• Uses information to validate supply chain operations and suggest new opportunities.
• Makes recommendations to leadership regarding enhancement opportunities.
• Develops charters project plans deliverables resources requirements and timelines.
• Engages IS technical resources as appropriate.
• Understands and follows IT troubleshooting testing security and segregation of duties protocols.

Data Analytics:

How work is completed:

Supports supply chain reporting needs through the design development standardization and distribution of reports metrics and other analytical tools.

Works with other hospitals/organization as well as the internal enduser community to develop benchmark data for productivity/financial measures converts data to information.

Participates in orientation training and knowledge transfer of new staff.

Customer Service & Support:

How work is completed:

Serves as resource to end users for the ERP functionality capabilities and integration.

Attends system related meetings as needed to gain knowledge regarding module(s) supported and/or new modules under consideration.

Participates in testing of CU releases patches upgrades and new software products used in conjunction with the ERP system.

Serves a liaison between IS and functional areas of the ERP and related technology.

Participates in supply chain projects as needed.

Problem Resolution:

How work is completed:

Provides first level support and coordinate problem resolution or follow up related to supply chain applications designed with a high degree of complexity.

Researches and analyzes any problems or concerns of those within department concerning supply chain functions and incorporate problem solving techniques before reporting same to Information Services support.

Collaborates with IS system support to troubleshoot and resolve application problems.

Serves as liaison between IS support and Supply Chain department personnel for system troubleshooting.

• Bachelors Degree and 12 years experience or
• Associates Degree and 35 years experience or
• HS diploma or equivalent and 57 years experience
• CMRP Certified Materials and Resource Professional Preferred

The benefits plans at Childrens Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $26.80/hr but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Childrens Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds not just because its the right thing to do but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring including education ideas culture ethnicity race sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression national origin age languages spoken veteran status color religion disability and beliefs.