Healthcare Supply Chain Managerâ

The Healthcare Supply Chain Manager responsibilities will include implementing and maintaining an inventory system for all Bayshore operational programs, within Ontario. The Healthcare Supply Chain Manager will help develop supply chain management processes, negotiate with suppliers, oversee the ordering of health care equipment and supplies, and maintain the inventory system. The Healthcare Supply Chain Manager will initially focus on developing the requirements for the inventory system based on the operational needs.

They should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget. Knowledge of sales and marketing principles as well as logistics and planning are required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the inventory staff to research, select and purchase quality healthcare equipment, supplies, products, and materials based on the changing needs of the business.
- Facilitate rental agreements and tracking of various medical equipment.
- Negotiate contracts to ensure competitive rates and timely product availability.
- Facilitate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
- Create and manage supplier performance indicators.
- Work with Area Directors and Clinical Managers on developing and maintaining appropriate ordering processes as well as oversee the implementation of Kanban processes within units.
- Work with various teams, as well as the Inventory Team to ensure required inventory and stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.
- Manage contracted vendors for various short-term needs such as site set-ups, moves, expansions, or closures.
- Manage inventory levels in off-site storage to ensure visibility and product circulation.
- Manage ownership of equipment and supplies purchased by hospital partners.
- Track and monitor spending to align with fiscal budgets for both one-time project spending and ongoing operations spending.
- Coordinate with Implementation Team to transition new programs over to Operations
- Ability to travel to various locations within Ontario.

Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.

Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures.

Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company’s Quality Management System.

Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties and is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.

Responsible for completing Accident Reports for all direct reports who injure themselves on the job, within 24 hours of the incident.

Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.

Complete other tasks as requested.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The Healthcare Supply Chain Manager generally reports to the Director of Operations

Job Qualification

**Education**
- College Diploma in Health Care related field, University Degree in business is preferred.
- APICS certifications an asset (CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD)
- Other relevant purchasing and/or supply chain certifications an asset

**Experience**
- Five years minimum in Supply Management, including purchasing and logistics. Two of which were at a Supervisory level.
- Experience in a home care operations capacity an asset.
- Expert knowledge of supply chain management activities; category management, strategic sourcing, contract management, order management and supplier relationship management.
- Knowledge of basic quality improvement methodologies.
- Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
- Proficient in appropriate purchasing software.
- Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Other Skills and Abilities
- Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to meet deadlines and strong commitment to continued learning.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

The Healthcare Supply Chain Manager must demonstrate ongoing competency in completing all expected duties and responsibilities as detailed in this job description as well as specific goals and objectives that are agreed to.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW

Performance will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with a formal review at the end of the six month probationary period and subsequently, on at least an annual basis. Input will be sought from the employee, their Supervisor, employees at the Main Office and the National Development Centre and in addition, will be based on ongoing client feedback and the extent to which performance meets expectations.

Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. At Bayshore all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two dose vaccine series or one dose of a single
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