Distribution Manager (Onsite) Req #: 0000168713
Category: Inventory Control
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Rahway
Department: Distribution
Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

Job Overview:

The Supply Chain facility Manager is responsible for implementing, measuring and directing all supply chain activities for distribution services including perpetual inventory, receiving, distribution and warehouse (when applicable) within the facility under the direction of the site supply chain director (SSCD).

Oversees daily procurement activities for in-patient and ancillary departments in a cost-effective manner with effective inventory management. Responsible for managing inventory levels and product demand using PAR tools to ensure product availability while minimizing inventory cost.

Qualifications:

Required:

Three to five years of supply chain experience is required, including purchasing, data collection, reporting and inventory management.Three to five years' experience managing employees.Computer-literate, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.Excellent customer service skills are required.

Preferred:

A degree is strongly preferred. PeopleSoft experience is desirable.

Scheduling Requirements:

Full-time, Day

Essential Functions:

Collaborates with clinical resource director (CRD) for approval on all newly requested items prior to requisition.Serves as a liaison between facility supply chain operations, executive and facility leadership, value analysis and finance.Primary contact for vendors regarding vendor performance, concern resolutions and standardizationPractices and adheres to all department and organizational policies, procedures, and initiatives. Manages facility supply chain staff and activities for designated supply areas within the facility. Facilitates onboarding and department orientation of new hires and the ongoing training of all staff to achieve maximum staff productivity using automated systems to reduce supply chain expense. When needed, coordinates training needs with the site supply chain director and the RWJBH supply chain educator.Responsible for supply chain personnel time and attendance in the RWJBH attendance tracking module. Ensures attendance is recorded accurately and timely.Oversees daily receiving, distribution, linen, warehouse, and storeroom operations and adheres to facility and corporate policy regarding all receiving procedures and standardsWorks with the site supply chain director to ensure all corporate KPI s are met or exceeded.Manages PARs to achieve PAR optimization and meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI s)Maintains the integrity of the perpetual inventory by adhering to policy and procedure related to perpetual inventory management, including but not limited to auto replenishment, cycle counts, physical inventory, expensing and crediting.Responsible for improving efficiencies including but not limited to receiving, storage and supply expenses Works with clinical resource director (CRD) to identify clinically acceptable substitutes for back ordered and discontinued products.Identifies cost savings opportunities.Responsible for enforcing and adhering to supply chain policy for expired goods. Records and documents any and all supply waste captured. Monitors expired and short-dated items to avoid waste and financial loss. Reports this information to the site supply chain director monthly. Conducts documented daily and monthly audits for survey readiness relevant to RWJBH, DOH and TJC standards. Documents findings and reports to site supply chain director. Review findings with staff to identify areas for improvementTracks and monitors all recalls of supplies through the recall tool and other notifications. Collaborates with risk management to identify items by department following the RWJBH Policy on recalls.Understands and administers Tissue Tracking Policy

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort- & Long-Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer