<p>Job Summary</p> <p>Manages the daily operations of Materials Management department.</p> <p>Job Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing functions, warehousing, inventory control, receiving, and supply distribution of materials, forms, mail, supplies, and equipment for hospital use. </li><li>Manages the flow of supplies, products, and services from source to point of use. </li><li>Oversees the interviewing and negotiating with sales representatives. </li><li>Manages the development of Requests for Proposals (RFP's) bids and quotations. </li><li>Manages the review and analysis of Group Purchasing contracts and ensures compliance, financial accounting, and product standardization. </li><li>Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization. </li><li>Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. </li><li>Performs and manages scheduling, recruitment, and payroll. </li><li>Monitors department budgets, regulatory compliance, department contracts, and vendor relations. </li><li>Supports special projects and business analysis as requested. </li><li>Collaborates with other departments to evaluate service levels and to identify potential process improvements. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration required upon hire OR </li><li>Bachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hire </li><li>A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree. </li><li>A minimum of 4 years' relevant experience required </li><li>No licensure/certification/registration required </li></ul> <p>Skills and Attributes</p> <ul> <li>Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. </li><li>Works under minimal supervision. </li><li>Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. </li></ul> <p>Physical Demands</p> <ul> <li>Standing: Occasionally </li><li>Walking: Occasionally </li><li>Sitting: Frequently </li><li>Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely </li><li>Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never </li><li>Lifting over 75 lbs: Never </li><li>Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely </li><li>Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never </li><li>Carrying over 75 lbs: Never </li><li>Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely </li><li>Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never </li><li>Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never </li><li>Climbing: Rarely </li><li>Bending/Stooping: Rarely </li><li>Kneeling: Rarely </li><li>Crouching/Crawling: Rarely </li><li>Reaching: Occasionally </li><li>Talking: Frequently </li><li>Hearing: Occasionally </li><li>Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never </li><li>Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently </li><li>Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently </li><li>Running: Never </li><li>Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently </li><li>Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently </li><li>Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently </li><li>Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently </li></ul> <p>Owensboro Health Core Commitments</p> <p>INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.</p> <p>RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.</p> <p>TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.</p> <p>INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.</p> <p>SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.</p> <p>EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.</p>