Supply Chain Coordinator - Vendor Relations Team
The University of Iowa Health Care Supply Chain Department is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator. This position oversees the hospital procurement process. Identify supply management opportunities and facilitate savings implementation. Establish and maintain a relationship with vendors and end users to mediate and assure best product identification, selection, and cost containment. Responsibilities include contract management/analysis, price negotiation and product selection, provide value analysis and ongoing metrics to end users, research product and prepare product/equipment specifications, inventory management and other duties as assigned.
- Procure and deliver goods and services: Coordinate the day-to-day operation of a retail or non-retail operation and/or may assist college/divisions, departments and units in evaluation, negotiation and procurement of goods and services. Responsibilities may include sales, controllable expenses, cash management, and merchandising, identification of supply options, inventory control, loss prevention and store appearance. Make recommendations on what and where to buy product and/or service. a. Evaluate, facilitate review, and process requisitions for all Med/Surg Healthcare commodities.
- Research Products, Prepare Product/ Equipment Specifications, and Contract Management: Perform product research and utilization analysis. Prepare product or equipment specifications. Make recommendations and procure product or service and prepare product or equipment specifications. Assist with the implementation of policies. Monitor contracts. Support product negotiations, contract pricing, and terms and conditions within established guidelines on behalf of unit, dept. and/or organization.
- Inventory Management and Marketing: Oversee inventory controls; determine reorder amounts. Manage merchandise assortment and new production information. Analyze sales trends and make recommendations to optimize sales utilizing merchandising strategies.
- Vendor and Customer Relations: Interact with vendors/suppliers to determine product selection and negotiate terms of the purchase. Resolve customer concerns.
- Data Management or Data Systems Development: Assess and enhance production software support for inventory management.
- Fiscal Responsibility: Determine inventory investments; administer the budget, recommend operational policies and procedures. May assist in budget development and provide projects and recommendations.
- Leadership/Supervision: May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff. Provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling to assure outcomes are achieved.
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm, Hybrid work arrangements available.
This position is eligible to participate in remote work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Pay Grade: 3B https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1-3 years related supply chain experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills creating working relationships with team members, vendors and end-users.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite. An Excel test will be distributed to applicants prior to an interview. A PowerPoint presentation will be required at the time of interview.
Desirable Qualifications
- Some knowledge of university policies, procedures and regulations.
- Knowledge of supply chain management and operational improvement in a hospital setting.
- Experience evaluating and recommending products for contract information, pricing, usage, substitutes, etc.
- Utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software: PeopleSoft, EPIC, SPM or Tableau.
Application Process
In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
Additional questions, please reach out to Exodus Cardoza at exodus-cardoza@uiowa.edu
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
