Supply Chain Manager jobs in Texarkana, AR

LifeShare is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to plan, organize and manage our centralized purchasing, warehousing and distribution of supply inventory. The Manager will source quality products to meet the Company’s operational needs; select vendors, negotiate contracts and ensure cost-effective supplier management; ensure adequate inventory is maintained on all standard usage supplies and equipment; and coordinate the team of service drivers or couriers to ensure inter-office mail, supplies and products are distributed or transported among 9 primary work locations in our LA/TX/AR service area.

Reporting to the Executive Director - Procurement, Properties & Fleet, the Manager will apply effective procurement, inventory management and supplier relationship strategies to manage supply chain operations and maximize process efficiencies; ensure appropriate staffing and scheduling to meet operational goals; provide training and oversight for the central warehouse team; monitor and assess performance related to established key performance indicators; participate in quality control/assurance activities; and promote a “safety first” approach to work. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, experienced in procurement and inventory management (preferably in a healthcare setting) and has prior supervisory experience.

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Beginning base salary is $65,000 – 80,000, commensurate with experience. LifeShare offers a generous benefits package, including free medical, life and disability insurance; employer base retirement and matching contributions (6%) to the retirement plan, and paid time off.

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KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Associate's degree in a related field, plus
• At least five (5) years of experience and responsibility managing company purchasing a warehouse operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform essential job duties.
• Familiarity with procurement, inventory forecasting, and management strategies/best practices for supplier relationship management
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in the direction, control and planning of the actives of other personnel.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in the development and maintenance of an operating budget.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint); ability to learn and utilize purchasing and inventory tracking system.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS / ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs., unassisted.
• Must be able to perform duties which require standing or bending for long periods of time without relief.
• Must be able to work irregular hours, in excess of 8 hours per day, and week-ends.
• Work involves low risk of exposure to infectious diseases from blood and blood products.
• Requires operation of a Company vehicle; must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by our commercial auto insurance carrier.

The requirements and physical demands listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the ADA to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.