Supply Chain Specialist II Logistics - PSS Equipment and Technology, Full-time, Days
Northwestern Medicine
Summary
The Supply Chain Specialist II, Logistics reflects the mission, vision, and values of NMHC, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Develops analytical tools to support having the right products at the right time with minimal risk of expiration.
- Manages clinical relationships to ensure procedural cases have proper inventory per case schedule.
- Utilizes tools within CIMS and Peoplesoft to maximize inventory levels and efficiencies.
- Utilizes productivity reports to measure department performance in comparison to KPIs.
- Resolves complex or critical situations involving technology, customers, staff, and other supply chain management personnel; consults with manager for guidance as needed.
- Monitors daily activity to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Assists level one manager with special projects as required.
- Works with management to develop and document standard work methodologies for the Supply Chain Logistics team.
- Ensures support of MDI and daily huddles.
- Acts as a quality assurance auditor for the Supply Chain Logistics team.
- Represents the Supply Chain Department and participates in special meeting as directed.
- Maintains local data integrity in Peoplesoft and CIMS.
- Maintains the ability to respond quickly under pressure when problems arise.
- May act as a resource and point of contact in the absence of the Manager of Supply Chain Logistics.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required: Experience in MMIS software. Computer literate in Microsoft Excel, Word, etc. Good organization skills. Critical thinking abilities. Process Improvement skills and analytical ability.
Preferred: 5 years work experience in a hospital or healthcare environment. Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare processes and healthcare supply chain management. Associates degree in related field. Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt.
Requirements
- Experience in MMIS software
- Computer literate in Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
- Good organization skills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Process Improvement skills and analytical ability
- 5 years work experience in a hospital or healthcare environment (preferred)
- Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare processes and healthcare supply chain management (preferred)
- Associates degree in related field (preferred)
- Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- Lifecycle benefits
Company overview
Northwestern Medicine is a premier integrated academic health system and the healthcare network of Northwestern University, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2009 through the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, the system represents a strategic partnership to transform healthcare delivery. As an academic medical center, Northwestern Medicine encompasses comprehensive research, medical education, and patient care activities across its extensive network. The system operates 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations throughout the Chicagoland area, anchored by its flagship Northwestern Memorial Hospital in downtown Chicago. With over 33,000 employees and more than 4,400 aligned physicians, the organization provides advanced medical care across nearly every specialty. Northwestern Medicine is nationally recognized for its excellence in oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and women's health services. The system maintains strong affiliations with the Feinberg School of Medicine, Lurie Children's Hospital, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, fostering an environment of continuous innovation and scientific discovery. Five of its hospitals are ranked among "America's Best" by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its commitment to superior quality, patient safety, and academic excellence in healthcare delivery.