Supply Chain Director

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Hattiesburg, MS, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Healthtech
The Role
Lead and manage hospital supply chain operations including inventory, procurement, vendor relations, expense control, process improvement, policy implementation, staff development, compliance, and collaboration with clinical and regional leaders to optimize cost and service delivery.
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Job Summary
The Director, Supply Chain oversees the strategic and operational management of supply chain activities to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused operations. This role is responsible for leading inventory management, vendor relations, supply expense management, and process improvements while aligning the hospital's supply chain functions with organizational goals and supply chain policies. The Director develops and implements policies, assesses performance, and ensures staff training and development to meet operational excellence standards.


What We Offer: 

  • Competitive Pay 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Extended Illness Bank (EIB) 
  • Matching 401(k) 
  • Opportunities for Career Advancement 
  • Rewards & Recognition Programs Exclusive Discounts and Perks*

    Essential Functions

  • Leads daily supply chain operations, including inventory management, procurement, vendor relationships, and expense controls, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of products and services.
  • Collaborates with hospital department leaders to identify and implement cost-reduction strategies, improve processes, and align supply chain practices with clinical and operational needs.
  • Co-chairs the hospital’s Supply Expense Committee (SEC), ensuring new product requests, clinical standardization initiatives, and significant supply changes are evaluated and approved before implementation.
  • Supports capital equipment purchases, including contract negotiations, leases, and maintenance agreements, to optimize financial and operational outcomes.
  • Works closely with the Regional Supply Chain Officer to ensure alignment with organizational supply chain operations policies and strategic initiatives.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
     

Leadership Responsibilities

  • Supervision and Staff Management
    • Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
    • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
    • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
  • Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
    • Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
    • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
    • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
    • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
  • Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
    • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
    • Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
    • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
  • Collaboration and Communication
    • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
    • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
  • Staff Responsibilities
    • May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.
       

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
  • Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
  • Master's Degree preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
  • 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred
     

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
  • Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
  • Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field or seven (7)+ years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
  • 3-5 years of experience in a closely related field (with Bachelor's degree)
  • 3-5 years of previous leadership experience
  • Master's degree
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office platforms
  • Experience with healthcare software systems
  • Experience with data analysis tools
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance
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The Company
HQ: Franklin, TN
10,001 Employees
Year Founded: 1985

What We Do

Community Health Systems, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of general acute care hospitals. The organization’s affiliates own, operate or lease more than 80 hospitals in 16 states with approximately 15,000 licensed beds. Affiliated hospitals are dedicated to providing quality healthcare for local residents and contribute to the economic development of their communities. Based on the unique needs of each community served, these hospitals offer a wide range of diagnostic, medical and surgical services in inpatient and outpatient settings.

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