Materials Manager

As Materials Department Manager, you'll oversee purchasing, receiving, inventory control, and distribution of all hospital supplies. You'll lead a small, dedicated team, manage vendor relationships, and implement cost-effective strategies that directly support patient care. Three (3) years in healthcare supply chain or materials. Strong leadership, negotiation and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of purchasing practices, inventory control, and healthcare regulations. Monday-Friday 8AM-5:00PM with potential for some schedule flexibility. Competitive pay, full-benefit package, retention bonus and relocation assistance available. As a Gold Certified member of the Planetree Network, DLMC achieves excellence in person-centered care by prioritizing the active participation of patients and their families throughout the healthcare process with an emphasis on partnership, compassion, transparency, inclusion, and quality.

POSITION

Materials Manager

DEPARTMENT

Central Supply/Materials Management

RESPONSIBLE TO

Chief Financial Officer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Materials Manager is responsible for completing the daily tasks of Central Supply/Materials Management which include but are not limited to the essential duties and responsibilities listed below.

QUALIFICATIONS

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Required Education and/or

Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
• Efficient computer capabilities
• Familiarity with supplies, office equipment and procedures
• Knowledge of filing and responsible for answering and routing calls to appropriate areas
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to be flexible as the position requires.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to fluctuating job duties.

Preferred:

• EMR experience
• Experience with an Electronic Management System
• Knowledge of GPOs
• Knowledge of medical and medical supply terminology
• Customer service experience

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: 1. Provide exceptional service and care to all patients, customers, and team members. 2. Acts as liaison between hospital departments and vendors. 3. Maintains current and accurate pricing on all inventory items. 4. Responsible for the annual inventory process including counts, pricing, and recording of all supply inventory. 5. Knowledgeable about group purchasing contracts and assists department managers with the use of the contracts. 6. Maintains the inventory management system. 7. Works with accounts payable to ensure that pricing and purchase orders are accurate. 8. Works with CNO and other department heads to standardize supplies. 9. Daily restocking and inventory management for all nursing units and the rural health clinic 10. Purchasing supplies, equipment and other needed times for the hospital and rural health clinic 11. Receiving and logging supplies into the inventory management and outdated management system. 12. Reconcile purchase orders and delivery invoices 13. Monthly outdate management. 14. Develops, utilizes, and ensures accuracy of an Electronic Inventory Management System 15. Assists with price increases in Epic through the CDM process 16. Assist with the preparation of a variety of reports and documents 17. Communicates verbally and via email with Department Directors to ensure that PAR levels for stock are adjusted as needed and maintained 18. Communicates supply shortages with hospital and clinic Department Directors 19. Acts as a liaison and utilizes the Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) identified by the hospital. 20. Maintains purchase contracts and ensures that they are kept up to date with all companies utilized by departments. 21. Maintains good relationships with representatives from companies that we purchase from 22. Covers the Pharmacy Manager for vacations, holidays, and other times. 23. Ensures that supplies are available for staff 24 hours per day, 7 days per week 24. Attend meetings as requested by administration. 25. Protect patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information. 26. Maintain operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes. 27. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. 28. Perform other related duties as assigned.

SERVICE STANDARDS

As members of the Deer Lodge medical Center community, we agree to uphold service standards of Accountability, Respect and Teamwork with all members of the team

• patients, families, and each other.

The following are examples of observable behaviors and performance indicators that demonstrate Accountability, Respect and Teamwork at Deer Lodge Medical Center. Accountability I provide exceptional service. I maintain a positive attitude I anticipate your needs and address your concerns I take initiative and follow up as promised. Respect I value your unique expertise. I listen to your perspective and respect your culture and lifestyle I am courteous, patient and compassionate. I communicate clearly, honestly, and accurately. I protect your privacy, confidentiality, and space.

• I provide care that is centered around your needs, wishes, culture, and lifestyle (Planetree) Teamwork I take a collaborative approach and do not blame others I keep you informed and coordinate with all members of the team I set clear expectations.
• I consider the impact of decisions and how they affect others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: The physical requirements of this position include the following as evaluated on this frequency scale: Never

• 0% Rarely
• 1% to 10% Occasionally
• 11% to 33% Frequently
• 34% to 66% Continuously
• 67%+ Sitting
• occasionally Standing
• continuously Walking
• continuously Lifting
• frequently Up to 50 pounds Pushing
• occasionally Bending
• frequently Squatting
• occasionally Kneeling
• occasionally Climbing
• rarely Reaching
• continuously Driving
• rarely Fine manipulation
• continuously The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the position as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Deer Lodge Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Deer Lodge Medical Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00

• $33.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person