Supply Chain Analyst, Materials Management

The primary purpose of the Supply Chain Analyst position is to ensure the availability and allocation of inventory and to provide analysis for inventory usage through maintenance of inventory management and procurement processes by collaborating with the Inventory Management team and the Materials Management staff. The Supply Chain Analyst also oversees the inventory management and maintains data-accuracy of the twenty-four/seven (24/7) operations of the General Stores Warehouse personnel involved in receipt, storage, inventory, issuance and distribution of medical surgical products within University Hospital.

Acts under direction of the Director UH Materials Management to ensure maintenance of data integrity in UH Materials Management.

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Management, Business Administration, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Three (3) years of professional experience in procurement and/or materials management and data-analysis. At least one (1) year of experience in handling or working with databases. Must be data literate. Proficiency with Inventory Management Systems and extensive knowledge with Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) and purchasing programs preferred.

Additional related experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis. High degree of customer service focus. High degree of comfort performing in an evolving environment. Strong analytical skills, creative problem solver with a high degree of initiative. Strong interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests with the goal of obtaining cooperation. Proficiency with Microsoft office applications, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Credential required: Bachelor’s Degree

Primary verification source: University Hospital's designated Background Check Company

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 10%-20% Physical inspection of aisles, 80%-90% working on a computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Fast paced and detail oriented.