Strategic Director Procedural Inventory Management and Technology (Full-TimeDay) Center City

Job Details

The Enterprise Director Procedural Inventory Management and Technology Applications will be viewed as the consummate industry expert in Supply Chain perioperative and procedural-based location inventory management and technology applications continually versed in understanding and applying industry best practices including the use and application of innovative technologies artificial intelligence and real-time data processing systems.
Responsible for the overall procedural Supply Chain logistics and operations in the three Jefferson Regions (Jefferson East Jefferson North and Jefferson Central Jefferson) strategy leadership management and coordination of Supply Chain business processes and standardization. Also responsible for assessing developing deploying and adopting sustainable and replicable inventory management solutions technologies and processes.
Supports the AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management and Technology in the perioperative and procedural department technology-based efficiency cost-effectiveness including a formally documented inventory valuation and expense reduction operational improvement (Supply Chain OI) for each respective fiscal year. With guidance from the AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management and Technologies the Enterprise Supply Chain Director develops overall efficiencies and removes excess costs resulting in lower operating cost based on annual operating budget performance.
Develop and execute Supply Chain performance measurement plan and establish regular cadence report out to Supply Chain and Clinical Leadership. Convert objectives into clear action plans and ensure the outcomes are sustainable and measurable.
Collaborates with AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management and Technology in the development of Supply Chain strategies for site operations including all technologies implemented and utilized for regional enterprise perioperative and procedural departments.

Job Description

Summary
The Enterprise Director Procedural Inventory Management and Technology Applications will be viewed as the consummate industry expert in Supply Chain perioperative and procedural-based location inventory management and technology applications continually versed in understanding and applying industry best practices including the use and application of innovative technologies artificial intelligence and real-time data processing systems.
Responsible for the overall procedural Supply Chain logistics and operations in the three Jefferson Regions (Jefferson East Jefferson North and Jefferson Central Jefferson) strategy leadership management and coordination of Supply Chain business processes and standardization. Also responsible for assessing developing deploying and adopting sustainable and replicable inventory management solutions technologies and processes.
Supports the AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management and Technology in the perioperative and procedural department technology-based efficiency cost-effectiveness including a formally documented inventory valuation and expense reduction operational improvement (Supply Chain OI) for each respective fiscal year. With guidance from the AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management and Technologies the Enterprise Supply Chain Director develops overall efficiencies and removes excess costs resulting in lower operating cost based on annual operating budget performance.
Develop and execute Supply Chain performance measurement plan and establish regular cadence report out to Supply Chain and Clinical Leadership. Convert objectives into clear action plans and ensure the outcomes are sustainable and measurable.
Collaborates with AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management and Technology in the development of Supply Chain strategies for site operations including all technologies implemented and utilized for regional enterprise perioperative and procedural departments.


Job Duties

• Leadership responsibility for the development and implementation of an enterprise-wide Supply Chain perioperative metric and KPI dashboard that assess overall health and performance of operations & inventory management. Responsible to work with regional clinical leadership to identify areas of opportunity continuous improvement risks related to departmental operational supply / implant FY budget.
• Cultivate influence and lead the Supply Chain procedural strategy focused on identifying operational synergies change management and prioritization of key initiatives with regional clinical leaders across enterprise.
• Acts as a senior advisor to provide value-added collaboration with clinical operational and regional leadership to ensure prioritization of initiatives and identified solutions are in sync with financial functional business and clinical strategies. Serves as primary executive liaison between Supply Chain and regional leadership.
• Leadership responsibility related to possessing detailed industry knowledge and capabilities in relation to inventory management best practices including the use of relevant technologies UDI data barcode scanning capabilities RFID and RPA applications. Skilled capabilities in Lean / Six Sigma / 5S / Continuous Improvement / Visual methodologies and practical applications.
• Leadership responsibility governance related to effectively administering Supply Chain perioperative procedural departments and technology based operational budgets allocation of resources including developing proposing and being accountable for any capital investments necessary to optimize Supply Chain operational efficiencies and financial goals.
• Responsible to define and develop Supply Chain policies methods standards certifications and supporting tools related to perioperative environments in support of operational excellence and standardized operating procedures across all Jefferson operating units.
• Responsible for implementing transformational strategies tied to Supply Chain Operations 5-year strategic roadmap across Jeffersons procedural and perioperative departmental regions (Jefferson East Jefferson North Jefferson Central) as well as challenging existing practices and partnering with stakeholders to identify innovative ways of achieving strategic KPIs and initiatives.
• Collaborate and partner with Supply Chain Expanded Leadership functional teams to support FY operational objectives key priorities and OI savings.
• Supports Supply Chain Operations in achieving strategic goals by leading cross-functional teams through operational improvement initiatives resulting in improved efficiencies advancing operational standardization and achievement of growth plans and strategies.
• Acts as a Supply Chain business advisor to AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management and Technology and affiliate leaders to achieve organizational targets demonstrating outstanding presentation and communication skills.
• Utilizes lean principles and systems thinking to identify complex interrelated processes that contribute to Supply Chain operational waste. Partner with cross functional clinical leaders and executives in Jefferson East Jefferson North Jefferson Central regions to identify best countermeasures and combined solution(s) to address root cause across regional enterprise.
• Support AVP Supply Chain Procedural Inventory Management in the development and deployment of human resource strategy for non-supply chain managed departmental areas.
• Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent professional and courteous manner that is aligned with Jefferson Healths mission and values.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or Operations and Logistics or
• Equivalent work experience as deemed appropriate
• 5 years Experience leading a complex and multi-faceted Supply Chain operational and logistical technology-based network over a varied geographical environment with a specialty focus on perioperative procedural department POU technologies RPA applications and system integration. and
• Experience and familiarity preparing and planning for year-end budget and expense forecast. and
• Experience with recent AI and Google-developed analytical artificial intelligence platforms that improve streamline and automate operational complexities across the procure-to-pay cycle within the Supply Chain perioperative and procedural departments environments. and
• Experience and deep understanding of FDA DOH Joint Commission processes and regulations related to inventory management storage and disposition based upon product classification(s) such as supply/implant HCT/P or sterile/non sterile. and
• Experience in collaborating with or clinical operational awareness of various clinical EMR Hemo Imaging Systems and Applications.
• Effective Communications - Understanding effective communication concepts tools and techniques ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
• Interpersonal Relationships - Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and cross functional teams in a constructive and collaborative manner
• Service Excellence - Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner
• Flexibility and Adaptability - Knowledge of successful approaches tools and techniques for dealing with changes and adapting to a changing environment ability to adapt as needed
• Managing Multiple Priorities - Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives projects groups or activities making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation
• Decision Making - Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process ability to analyze situations fully and accurately and reach productive decisions
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
• Calendaring - Knowledge of and ability to use office electronic calendaring software and capabilities
• Problem Solving - Knowledge of approaches tools techniques for recognizing anticipating and resolving organizational operational or process problems ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations
• Knowledge of Organization - Knowledge of the organizations vision structure culture philosophy operating principles values and code of ethics ability to apply this understanding appropriately to diverse situations
• Must be a demonstrated and effective public speaker that can present to all levels of executive operational and clinical leadership.
• Skilled capabilities in Lean / Six Sigma / 5S / Continuous Improvement / Visual methodologies and practical applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management
• Previous experience collaborating with Risk Infection Prevention IS&T Revenue Integrity teams and project initiatives a plus.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing frequent keyboard use *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling bending squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University

Primary Location Address

1101 Market Philadelphia Pennsylvania United States of America

Nationally ranked Jefferson which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65000 people strong dedicated to providing the highest-quality compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrows professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College Jefferson College of Nursing and the Kanbar College of Design Engineering and Commerce dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8300 students. Jefferson Health nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age race color religion creed sexual orientation gender gender identity marital status pregnancy national origin ancestry citizenship military status veteran status handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues including medical (including prescription) supplemental insurance dental vision life and AD&D insurance short- and long-term disability flexible spending accounts retirement plans tuition assistance as well as voluntary benefits which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues including those who work less than part-time(including per diemcolleagues adjunct faculty and Jeff Temps) have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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