About the role
Location: Lakeland Highlands Hospital
Position Summary The Director of Supply Chain Operations is a pivotal leadership role dedicated to enhancing and streamlining our supply chain operations. This position is responsible for spearheading process improvement initiatives, overseeing a variety of projects, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. The role will involve identifying, updating, and creating new policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to boost efficiency and effectiveness. A primary focus will be on maintaining cost efficiency and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards. Responsibilities Provides leadership and direction to the supply chain operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborates with other business functions, including quality, clinical, finance, IT, HR, and others, to ensure alignment and integration of supply chain strategies. Analyzes expenses related to items and purchased services; devising strategies to streamline processes and reduce costs. Ensures efficiencies in the procure-to-pay process to minimize match exceptions and facilitate timely transaction processing. Collaborates closely with the Finance department to ensure operational practices are accurately reflected in the general ledger and align with budgetary expectations. Analyzes performance metrics and implements improvements to meet or exceed targets. Ensures facility compliance with governmental and other regulatory laws and guidelines. Leads initiatives to optimize supply chain operations, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and service improvement. Develops and implements strategies to streamline processes and enhance overall supply chain performance. Monitors and analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Oversees and manages supply chain projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely and successful implementation. Coordinates with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with organizational goals. Tracks project progress, manages timelines, and ensures deliverables are met. Creates policies and education for all supply chain operational leaders and staff Identifies potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity and resilience Implements and promotes sustainable supply chain practices to reduce environmental impact and support corporate social responsibility goals Works closely with our customers to ensure that supply chain operations meet or exceed customer expectations and requirements Contributes to the development of long-term supply chain strategies that support overall business goals and objectives Fosters a culture of innovation within the supply chain team, encouraging the exploration of new ideas and approaches to improve operations Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree 5+ years of Supply Chain experience Healthcare experience is highly preferred