Description

Overview
The Materials Management Manager oversees all operations related to purchasing, receiving, inventory control, storage, distribution, and materials handling. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective acquisition and utilization of supplies and equipment throughout the organization. The manager also supports policy development, staff supervision, and quality standards essential to a well-functioning supply chain.

 
Responsibilities
Purchasing & Procurement: Manage purchase orders, vendor sourcing, and delivery expediting.
Inventory Management: Maintain optimal supply levels, conduct cycle counts, and minimize waste.
Supply Chain Coordination: Ensure timely delivery of materials to all departments.
Cost Control: Analyze expenses, negotiate contracts, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Policy & Procedure Development: Create and maintain policies related to procurement and inventory processes.
Staff Leadership: Supervise, train, and assign tasks to materials management staff.
Quality Assurance: Verify that all supplies and equipment meet required standards.
Emergency Preparedness: Manage emergency supply sources and support response planning.
Compliance & Training: Participate in required organizational education and maintain adherence to internal policies.
Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
 

Requirements

Qualifications
Education
Required: None.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.

Licenses & Certifications
Required: None.
Preferred:

Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Certified Professional of Inventory Management (CPIM)
Experience
Required:

Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in healthcare materials management, including purchasing, contracting, negotiating, inventory control, and systems management.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
 
Physical Requirements
Ability to hear alarms, equipment sounds, and verbal communication.
Effective verbal communication with staff, patients, and families.
Visual acuity to read documentation, identify safety indicators, and observe equipment.
Tactile ability to assess temperature, texture, size, or shape of objects.
Mobility enabling reaching, grasping, fine motor tasks, and occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Continuous walking and standing throughout shifts.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. independently and frequently move objects up to 25 lbs.; occasional heavier lifting with assistance or equipment.
Ability to sit for extended periods when required.
 
Working Conditions
Indoor healthcare environment with variable indoor temperatures.
Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment.
Requires adherence to safety protocols and PPE usage.
Fast-paced, unpredictable environment with multiple concurrent demands and varying noise levels.