Supply Chain Deployment Specialist

Department:

11495 IL Support Operations Division - Supply Chain: Corp Operations

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!

Position: Supply Chain Deployment Specialist (Remote)

Location: Advocate Support Center; Downers Grove, IL.

Full Time; Day Shift

Major Responsibilities:

• Support and coordinate supply conversions process
• Assist in the execution of Supply Chain projects
• Extracts, compiles and validates data in order to arrive at basic actionable conclusions.
• Independently monitors assigned metrics and escalates concern in a timely manner.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and participates in process improvement projects.
• Monitors and trains basic Supply Chain key functions (i.e.: stock rotation, expiration management, par leveling, etc.).

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• None Required.

Education Required:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Business, or
• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Supply Chain or related field.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 3 years of experience in healthcare, supply chain or inventory control.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Basic knowledge and related experience in at least 1 of the following areas: project management, change management, quality control and process improvement.
• Ability to function well under pressure and conditions of frequent interruptions.
• Requires strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Basic knowledge of Supply Chain key functional guidelines (i.e.: stock rotation, expiration management, par leveling, etc.).
• High level of comfort with technology interfaces and ability to quickly learn new technologies.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Exposed to normal office environment.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Requires mobility between and within multiple facilities which may involve exposure to road and weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.