Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System
At Nebraska Methodist Health System we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. Its helping families grow by making each delivery special conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch going above and beyond for a patients needs or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary:

Location: Methodist Corporate Office
Address: 825 S 169th St. - Omaha NE

Serving as the primary liaison between Supply Chain and facility leadership this role ensures that departmental services effectively support clinical and operational goals.

Key responsibilities include developing and implementing policies and procedures maintaining efficient sourcing strategies and managing system-wide inventory to ensure availability cost-effectiveness and continuity of care. The Director champions operational excellence by streamlining supply chain processes across all service lines and optimizing ERP systems in collaboration with Value Analysis Strategic Sourcing Information Technology and Finance teams. This position requires a strong combination of strategic thinking operational execution and financial acumen.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

Leadership of Supply Chain (50%)

• Lead system-wide Supply Chain programs including Value Analysis Strategic Sourcing Procurement and Logistics aligning clinical and operational priorities.

• Oversee implementation of supply standards clinical protocols and sourcing strategies that drive cost and quality outcomes.

• Partner with key stakeholders to promote engagement continuous improvement and integration of supply chain practices.

Contract Negotiation and Cost Reduction Initiatives (25%)

• Responsible for non-labor contract negotiations to ensure favorable terms and maximize financial value.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through data analysis product standardization and process improvements.

• Oversee audits and compliance related to contract management and sourcing practices.

Strategic Partnerships and Supply Chain Ecosystem Management (15%)

• Manage relationships with key supply chain partners including the GPO distributor and aggregation groups.

• Align partner agreements with system goals and monitor joint performance metrics to drive value.

• Engage with regional and national organizations to adopt and influence best practices.

Data Analysis and Process Efficiency (10%)

• Use analytics and ERP tools to evaluate supply chain performance and support strategic decisions.

• Lead process improvement efforts focused on inventory logistics and product flow.

• Conduct financial modeling variance analysis and operational forecasting to guide system efficiency.

Schedule:

Mon - Fri business hours

Job Description:

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Business or Healthcare Administration required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership in Healthcare required.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Supply Chain strategies and business processes required.

• Prior experience in interfacing with Information Technology Finance Value Analysis and Hospital Leadership preferred.

• Prior experience in Lean process improvement and six sigma strategies preferred.

License/Certification

• Certified Materials & Resource Professionals (CMRP) certification through the Association for Healthcare Resource & Materials Management (AHRMM) preferred.

• Valid and current drivers license required.

Skills/Knowledge and Abilities:

• Proven ability to lead and manage multiple departments across various locations with a focus on team development and operational performance.

• Skilled in designing implementing and managing new processes to drive efficiency and improve outcomes.

• Experienced in tracking analyzing and acting on key Supply Chain KPIs and performance metrics.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial management related to supply chain operations.

• Adept at managing sensitive and complex situations with professionalism and empathy fostering strong internal and external relationships.

• Proficient in statistical analysis data interpretation and effective data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent verbal written and visual communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Advanced computer skills with expertise in data management tools ERP systems and analytic platforms.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain favorable relationships with stakeholders across departments and external partners.

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands

• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.

Physical Activity

• Not necessary for the position (0%):

  • Climbing

  • Crawling

  • Kneeling

• Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):

  • Balancing

  • Crouching

  • Distinguish colors

  • Pulling/Pushing

  • Standing

  • Stooping/bending

  • Twisting

  • Walking

• Frequently Performed (34%-66%):

  • Carrying

  • Grasping

  • Keyboarding/typing

  • Lifting

  • Reaching

  • Repetitive Motions

  • Sitting

  • Speaking/talking

• Constantly Performed (67%-100%):

  • Hearing

  • Seeing/visual

Job Hazards

• Not Related:

  • Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)

  • Physical hazards (noise temperature lighting wet floors outdoors sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)

  • Equipment/Machinery/Tools

  • Explosives (pressurized gas)

  • Electrical Shock/Static

  • Radiation Alpha Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray Cat Scan Gamma Knife etc.)

  • Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet visible light infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)

• Rare (1-33%):

  • Chemical agents (Toxic Corrosive Flammable Latex)

  • Mechanical moving parts/vibrations

About Methodist:

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa more than 30 clinic locations a nursing and allied health college and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891 service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance health education outreach to our diverse communities and populations and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other classification protected by Federal state or local law.