Director Materials Management

Opelousas General Hospital

Opelousas, LA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Budgeting, Clinical Assessment, Content Management Systems (CMS), Cost Control, Distribution Operations, Distribution Warehousing, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Analysis, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Inventory Levels, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Materials Management, Medical Products, Medical Waste, Negotiation Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Sourcing Strategy, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Lead/Manager, The Joint Commission (TJC), Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Opelousas, LA
POSTED
1 day ago

The Director of Materials Management reports to the CFO and oversees the entire supply chain for medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and equipment.

  • Leads strategic sourcing, procurement, and vendor negotiations to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
  • Optimizes inventory levels and logistics across clinical departments to prevent stockouts and reduce waste.
  • Manages the supply chain budget, analyzes spend, and drives cost-saving initiatives.
  • Implements process improvements using Lean and JIT methodologies to enhance warehouse and distribution operations.
  • Oversees ERP and automated systems for accurate data tracking and compliance.
  • Ensures adherence to healthcare regulations like The Joint Commission, CMS, and HIPAA.

  • Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, 7-10 years of supply chain experience in healthcare, relevant certifications, proficiency in ERP systems, and strong leadership and negotiation skills.
    Core competencies emphasize clinical empathy, analytical ability, and team management.

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Opelousas General Hospital