Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.  

Improves the supply chain performance through improved supply chain planning practices.  Devises short-term and long-term cost reduction strategies for assigned categories while ensuring supply continuity, service, and quality. Forecasts market disruptions and identifies clinically appropriate solutions.   Execute category management and strategic sourcing plans in accordance with the organizations Management Action Plan to meet cost savings goals. Utilize both internal and external data effectively to make knowledgeable decisions to drive cost savings.  Conducts assessments of existing products/services, evaluating opportunity using benchmark, tier optimization changes, utilization review and/or product conversions. Includes Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and Non-GPO contracted categories.   Manages relationship with Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) to ensure optimal value.  Drives organizational-wide product and service change and serves as an internal advocate of McLeod Health product standardization/utilization initiatives.   Subject matter expert for sourcing knowledge of assigned categories, stays abreast of the changing supply market & new technologies and can effectively interface with supplier & customer (Clinical and Non-Clinical).  Act as main point of contact for current supplier partners and new business prospects. Research and analyze supply and service options and market trends of current and potential vendors.  Negotiating contracts with key suppliers, including cost and terms of supply, service, and quality. Ensuring compliance with all industry regulations.   Coordinates planning, scheduling and leading business reviews with suppliers, department staff and or customers. Communicate with suppliers on performance and service issues; resolve problems with vendors that affect service levels provided to the hospital.  Performance evaluations with both internal and external stakeholders, and drives supplier improvement projects to enhance innovation and quality, reduce cost, and improve supply chain service / efficiency.   Supports request of new products and works collaboratively with the Value Analysis Program. Supports the Value Analysis Program meetings via attendance, presentation (construction and delivery), and follow-up on opportunities and initiatives.  Manages competitive sourcing processes (RFI / RFQ / RFP), supplier selection, and contracting process.  Identifies and elevates areas of highest risk in the assigned category and sites and leads multi-functional teams to develop actionable risk mitigation strategies.  Assist in preparing capital budget plans and procurement process.  Other duties as assigned. 
 

Work Schedule: PRN, As needed

Qualifications:

In lieu of a degree, eight years of experience in product management, category management, strategic sourcing or any equivalent combination of education or experience that provides the candidate with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the functions of the position proficiently will be considered. 

Requirements:
  Degrees:
    Bachelors Degree