MHN Supply Chain Clinical Analyst

Marshall Health Network

Marshall Health Network is seeking a Supply Chain Clinical Analyst to serve as a key liaison between clinical operations and supply chain teams. This position supports clinical leadership through data analysis, capital equipment planning, contract compliance, product evaluations, and cost-reduction initiatives while promoting quality patient care and operational efficiency across the health system.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Clinical Analyst collaborates with physicians, clinical leaders, and supply chain operations to evaluate equipment and product needs, support budgeting and capital planning efforts, facilitate product trials, and identify opportunities for standardization and cost savings. This role serves as a resource for clinical departments by analyzing data, supporting contract compliance, coordinating vendor activities, and assisting with system-wide supply chain initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Supply Chain Collaboration

• Collaborate with clinical leadership and Supply Chain Operations to support pricing strategies, product utilization, and operational improvements.
• Serve as a liaison between clinical teams and supply chain operations regarding equipment, supplies, and product substitutions.
• Assist with physician product requests, equipment evaluations, and product trials.
• Support physician onboarding by communicating current contracts, equipment, and supply standards.

Capital Planning & Financial Analysis

• Maintain records of equipment inventories and service agreements within assigned areas.
• Assist clinical departments with capital equipment planning, budgeting, and service agreement management.
• Analyze operational, financial, and utilization data to support decision-making and departmental initiatives.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and presentations related to clinical operations, supply utilization, contracts, and financial performance.

Product Evaluation & Standardization

• Lead analysis of equipment and supply requests submitted through PENT committees.
• Facilitate approved product and equipment trials and ensure appropriate protocols and data collection processes are followed.
• Support system-wide alignment, standardization, and contract compliance efforts.
• Assist with substitute item approvals when products are backordered, recalled, or discontinued.

Contracting & Vendor Management

• Collaborate with Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and Purchasing Collaborative representatives to evaluate contract opportunities and savings initiatives.
• Work with vendors to support organizational initiatives while ensuring compliance with credentialing requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Represent the interests of clinical and supply chain operations on the MHN Products Committee.

Performance Improvement & Compliance

• Support projects designed to improve operational efficiency, patient care delivery, and financial performance.
• Assist departments in maintaining compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collect, organize, and analyze quality indicator data and benchmark information.
• Prepare reports evaluating the impact of operational changes and improvement initiatives.

Education

• Registered Nurse from an approved nursing school or other applicable clinical specialty license required.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience required.
• Financial analysis experience preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial and operational data.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, clinical leaders, administrators, and vendors.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

Reports To: Vice President of Supply Chain Operations, Marshall Health Network