Supervisor, Supply Chain Services - Pasadena, Galveston, & League City, TX

Job Overview

This position is responsible for the daily operations of inventory management within a healthcare facility, ensuring accurate tracking, distribution, and replenishment of medical supplies and equipment. This leadership role supports clinical teams by maintaining efficient inventory systems, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong organizational skills and a commitment to supporting high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of inventory staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Ensure accurate inventory levels through regular audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Oversee the receiving, storage, and distribution of medical supplies and equipment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clinical departments regarding inventory needs and service requests.
• Maintain and optimize inventory management systems (e.g., Pyxis, Omnicell, Lawson) to ensure real-time accuracy.
• Collaborate with procurement and clinical teams to forecast supply needs and manage stock levels.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, OSHA, HIPAA) and internal policies.
• Prepare and present inventory reports to leadership, highlighting trends, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Support emergency preparedness by ensuring critical supplies are readily available and properly stored.
• Ability to manage multiple customer engagements / PAR locations located in multiple geographies.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Certification in healthcare supply chain (e.g., CMRP – Certified Materials & Resource Professional).
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare logistics.
• Familiarity with lean inventory practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Valid US Drivers License
• Experience in a healthcare or hospital environment strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

General Skills & Competencies

• Good management skills and ability to motivate teams
• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to resolve disputes effectively
• Good presentation and public speaking skills
• Good decision making, analysis and problem solving skills with ability to multi-task
• Ability to learn applicable computer systems and other business required competencies
• Understand financial information that impacts department
• Ability to plan and coordinate successful projects
• Communicate effectively with team(s)

Minimum Work Experience

Typically 4 or more years of related support experience; 3 or more years of management experience.

Preferred Education

Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline.

Travel / Physical Demands

Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.