Regional Director Supply Chain, The Heart Hospital

Regional Director Supply Chain

The Heart Hospital plans, develops, and implements supply chain functions for Baylor Scott and White Health (BSWH). This includes supply chain management, strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, bio-medical services, vendor management, and technology. Develops and implements supply chain strategy, policies, and practices that meet service and quality standards. Manages total costs and aligns with BSWH business goals. Directs distribution of supplies and equipment throughout the organization. Focuses on improving the flow of equipment, supplies, and materials through the BSWH supply chain. Directs studies on service efficiency, performance metrics, cost effectiveness, and benchmarks for planning and forecasting. Collaborates with leadership in procurement, logistics, finance, and other departments to improve supply chain management processes. Ensures compliance with safety, legal, and regulatory requirements impacting BSWH supply chain programs.

A region Director translates and implements strategic plans and goals for their area. They make final judgments on operational matters and ensure goals are achieved. They recommend policies and organizational changes for their area. They plan and execute projects and initiatives that meet annual goals. They plan and direct the operations of a department or area, handling staffing, processes, budgets, and costs. They guide and advise subordinates to meet schedules, resolve technical problems, and monitor performance. They oversee a larger, more complex organization or functional area than a manager. Often, they have one or more managers or supervisors reporting to them.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Directs the supply chain function for assigned area of responsibility in BSWH.
• Recommends and implements strategic and operational plans and goals for supply chain aligned with BSWH overall business objectives.
• Directs supply chain daily operations including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, and distribution ensuring high efficiency and customer service levels.
• Manages the cost examination of supply chain components. Recommends potential cost reductions and service enhancements to senior leadership for review.
• Directs and monitors the handling, movement, acquisition, and disposition of assets, and always ensures the availability of supplies and equipment.
• Manages the development and implementation of standardized programs for supply chain functions. This includes master file standardization, inventory clean-up, and new technology integration.
• Promotes quality improvement efforts for supplies and better techniques to control quality, reliability, and inventory accuracy.
• Directs improvement initiatives for supply chain programs to implement best practices, improve workflows, and maximize efficiencies in the assigned area.
• Collaborates with hospitals, clinics, and leadership to evaluate metrics. Communicates with team members to deliver supply chain services to the assigned area.
• Manages monitoring and tracking of supply data. This includes back orders, manufacturer numbers, expiration dates, product recalls, and lot numbers. This ensures accurate and timely inventory management.

Key Success Factors

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